Peduncle: meaning, definitions and examples
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peduncle
[ pษหdสล.kษl ]
botanical structure
A peduncle is a stalk that supports a single flower or a cluster of flowers in plants. In botanical terms, it connects the flower, or inflorescence, to the main branch or stem. Peduncles vary in length and thickness depending on the species of the plant and can influence the positioning of the blooms. In horticulture, understanding the structure of peduncles is crucial for proper care and management of flowering plants.
Synonyms
flower stem, inflorescence stem, stalk.
Examples of usage
- The peduncle of the sunflower holds the large bloom upright.
- In orchids, the length of the peduncle can vary significantly among varieties.
- Botanists often study the peduncle to determine the health of the flower.
- A robust peduncle can support multiple flowers at once.
Translations
Translations of the word "peduncle" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pedรบnculo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคกเคเคเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Stiel
๐ฎ๐ฉ peduncle
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะดััะฐะฒะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ szypuลka
๐ฏ๐ต ๆๆ
๐ซ๐ท pรฉdoncule
๐ช๐ธ pedรบnculo
๐น๐ท sap
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ฃจ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณุงู
๐จ๐ฟ stopka
๐ธ๐ฐ stopka
๐จ๐ณ ๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ pecljat
๐ฎ๐ธ stilk
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะพา
๐ฌ๐ช แคแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sap
๐ฒ๐ฝ pedรบnculo
Etymology
The term 'peduncle' originates from the Latin word 'pedunculus', which is a diminutive of 'pes' meaning 'foot'. In botanical terminology, it was adopted to describe the stalk that connects a flower to its plant. The use of 'peduncle' in botanical contexts has been recorded since the early 19th century, as plant anatomy was becoming a more formalized field of study. Associated with the study of flowering plants, the term reflects the increasing complexity in understanding plant structures and their functions. The differentiation of various plant parts, such as peduncles, was essential for the classification and nomenclature that emerged during this period. It has since become a standard term in botany, widely used in scientific literature and education.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,299, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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