acaulescence

/ˌækəˈuːlɛsəns/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of lacking or not having a visible stem or stalk, especially in plants, such as in some species of cacti and succulents.

“The acaulescent plants of the cactus family have adapted to survive in arid environments.”

Synonyms

  • caulineless
  • stemless

Antonyms

  • stalked
  • stemmy