pulvini

/pʌlˈvɪni/

Definitions

1. noun

Small swellings or thickened areas at the base of leaves, where they are attached to the stem, serving as a site of auxin perception and helping to regulate leaf orientation.

“The pulvini of the climbing plant allowed it to adjust its angle and move towards the sunlight.”

Synonyms

  • hilum
  • node

Antonyms

  • apex
  • tip