cultellation

/kʌltɛˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The act or process of cutting or removing the top or leaves of a plant, especially in horticulture, or the removal of the top or leaves of a plant to promote bushy growth or increase fruiting.

“The gardener used cultellation to encourage the plant to produce more flowers.”

Synonyms

  • heading
  • topping

Antonyms

  • growth-promotion
  • leaf-induction