rootlet

• Eine kleine Wurzel oder ein Wurzelzweig, meist eine feine, verzweigte Struktur bei Pflanzen.

A small root or a division of a root, typically referring to a fine, branching structure in plants.

1. Small root or division of a rootC1formal

   A small, thin, or secondary root that branches off from a main root, often involved in absorbing water and nutrients.

   Wurzelchen

   • The rootlets of the plant spread through the soil to absorb moisture.
   • Under the microscope, the rootlet showed tiny hairs for nutrient uptake.
   • Gardeners often trim damaged rootlets to encourage healthy growth.

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