Definition
phylloids
noun
- Plural of phylloid; leaf-like structures or organs that resemble leaves but are not true leaves, often found in plants or botanical specimens.
Usage: botanical/technical term; primarily used in scientific and educational contexts
Examples
- The botanist examined the phylloids on the stem under the microscope.
- These phylloids serve a similar function to leaves in photosynthesis.
- The plant's phylloids were flattened and green, adapted for light absorption.
- In some species, phylloids replace true leaves as the primary photosynthetic organs.