antrophore

/ænˈtrɔfɔr, -ˈtrɔːfɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant with flowers or fruits that grow towards the ground, or a plant with flowers or fruits that grow on the lower part of the stem.

“The antrophore of the morning glory plant allows it to bloom towards the ground.”

Synonyms

  • decumbent
  • procumbent

Antonyms

  • erect
  • upright