endophytal

/ɛndəʊˈfaɪtəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or produced by endophytes, typically fungi or bacteria that live inside the tissues of plants.

“The researcher studied the endophytal properties of the new plant species.”

2. adverb

in a way that is related to or produced by endophytes.

“The plant grows endophytally in the nutrient-poor soil.”

Synonyms

  • endophytic
  • intercellular

Antonyms

  • epiphytic
  • exophytic