rootlet

• Petite racine ou ramification d'une racine, généralement une fine structure ramifiée des plantes, notamment chez les jeunes pousses ou les plantes herbacées.

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.

   Radicelle

   • 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.

   Synonymesradicle