phototropy

/fɒtəˈtrɒpi/

Definitions

1. noun

The phenomenon where plants bend or grow in response to light, typically towards the light source.

“The garden’s ability to grow flowers that exhibit phototropy made it a popular spot for tourists.”

2. noun

A plant’s ability to grow or bend in response to light.

“The professor used phototropy to explain the unique growth patterns of certain plant species.”

Synonyms

  • heliotropism
  • phototactic response

Antonyms

  • photophobic response
  • skototropism