stolonlike

/stɒˈlɒnlaɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling a stolon, a horizontal stem that grows along the ground and produces new plants at its tips

“The stolonlike stems of the plant allowed it to spread quickly across the meadow.”

2. adverb

in a manner resembling a stolon

“The plant grew stolonlike along the riverbank, sending out new shoots in all directions.”

Synonyms

  • rhizomatous
  • stoloniferous

Antonyms

  • endogenous