acrotrophic

/ækˈrɒtrɒfɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the upper or terminal part of an organ, especially a leaf or a root

“The scientist studied the acrotrophic effects on the plant’s growth and development.”

2. noun

an organism that is acrotrophic

“The researcher observed that the tree was an example of an acrotrophic plant.”

Synonyms

  • apical
  • terminal

Antonyms

  • basal