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prop root

/ˈprɒp ruːt/

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C1formalcommonscientific/ˈprɒp ruːt/

A type of adventitious root that grows from the stem of a plant down into the soil to provide additional support, commonly seen in plants like corn, mangroves, and banyan trees.

  • 🇷🇺Тип придаточного корня, который растет от стебля растения вниз в почву, чтобы обеспечить дополнительную опору; обычно встречается у таких растений, как кукуруза, мангровые деревья и баньян.
  1. Supporting root C1 formal

    A type of adventitious root that grows from the stem of a plant and provides additional support, commonly found in plants like corn and mangroves.

    • The prop roots of the corn plant help stabilize it in windy conditions.
    • Mangrove trees have extensive prop roots that anchor them in muddy soil.
    • Prop roots can also absorb nutrients and water from the environment.

    🇷🇺Опорный корень