periuvular

/ˌpɛrɪˈvjuːlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

of, relating to, or situated near the periule or the small leafy part of a leaf

“The perivular region of the plant was particularly sensitive to frost.”

2. noun

A perivular is a small leafy part of a leaf, especially one that is usually small and leafless at the base of the petiole or stalk.

“The perivular of the plant was hard to see due to its tiny size.”

Synonyms

  • peripheral
  • subpetiolar

Antonyms

  • axial
  • central