mouthroot

/ˈmaʊθˌruːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of plant, especially one with a modified root that grows at the soil surface, often resembling a mouth or a leaf.

“The mouthroot plant is native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.”

Synonyms

  • radicle
  • root

Antonyms

  • seedling
  • sprout