Definitions

1. noun

a condition or phenomenon in which a stem or branch is flattened or broadened, often resulting in a characteristic curved or wavy shape

“The botanist studied the fasciation of the plant’s stem to better understand its unusual growth pattern.”

2. noun

an abnormal or unnatural curvature of a stem or branch, often caused by disease or injury

“The gardener noticed a fasciation in one of the roses and wondered what could have caused it.”

3. noun

a type of abnormal growth or deformation in a plant, often resulting in a distinctive or unusual shape

“The horticulturist studied the fasciation of the orchid to understand its unique characteristics.”