Definition of Acropetal in English :

Define Acropetal in English

Acropetal meaning in English

Meaning of Acropetal in English

Pronunciation of Acropetal in English

Acropetal pronunciation in English

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Acropetal

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Adjective

1. acropetal

of leaves or flowers; developing or opening in succession from base to apex

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Acropetal

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adjective
(of leaves and flowers) produced in order from the base upwards so that the youngest are at the apex
Compare basipetal

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Acropetal

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adjective
developing or moving from the base of the stem toward the apex
used to describe the development of tissues or movement of hormones in plants see also basipetal

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Acropetal

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adj.
Of or relating to the development or maturation of tissues or organs or the movement of substances, such as hormones, from the base toward the apex.

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