Petiole: meaning, definitions and examples
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petiole
[ หpษtiหoสl ]
botanical term
A petiole is the stalk that attaches a leaf to the stem of a plant. It plays a vital role in supporting the leaf and facilitating the transportation of water and nutrients between the leaf and the plant. The structure can vary in length and thickness depending on the species of plant. In some plants, the petiole can be quite long, while in others, it may be almost nonexistent. Understanding the anatomy of petioles can aid in the study of plant biology and horticulture.
Synonyms
leaf stalk, leaf stem, stalk
Examples of usage
- The petiole of the fern is slender and flexible.
- In maple trees, the petiole is important for leaf orientation.
- The color of the petiole can indicate the health of the plant.
- Some tropical plants have broad petioles to support large leaves.
Translations
Translations of the word "petiole" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pecรญolo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคเฅเคเคฒ
๐ฉ๐ช Blattstiel
๐ฎ๐ฉ petioles
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตัะตัะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ ogonek
๐ฏ๐ต ่ๆ
๐ซ๐ท pรฉtiole
๐ช๐ธ peciolo
๐น๐ท sap
๐ฐ๐ท ์์๋ฃจ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนูููุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ ลapรญk
๐ธ๐ฐ stopka
๐จ๐ณ ๅถๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ peclje
๐ฎ๐ธ blรถรฐstilk
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐะฟััะฐา ัะฐะฑะฐา
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yarpaq sapฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ peciolo
Etymology
The word 'petiole' originates from the Latin word 'petiolus,' which is a diminutive form of 'pes,' meaning foot. In botanical terminology, it refers specifically to the stalk of a leaf, emphasizing the supporting role it plays, much like a foot supports a body. The usage of 'petiole' in English can be traced back to the late 18th century, reflecting the growth of interest in plant sciences during this period. As botany developed as a formal discipline, terms like 'petiole' were adopted to provide precision in describing plant structures. The term has remained in use as classifications of plants and their anatomy have become increasingly sophisticated.