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adventitious root [‚ad·ven′tish·əs ′rüt] (botany) A root that arises from any plant part other than the primary root (radicle) or its branches. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In addition, their
shoots have a tendency to develop above-ground, adventitious roots,
which are easily detached and layered in the ground or potted, to be
grown into more new plants. |
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