Definition
phyllome
noun
- A leaf or leaf-like appendage of a plant; any organ that develops from the leaf-bearing region of a stem.
Usage: botanical; technical
Examples
- The botanist examined the phyllome structure to classify the plant species.
- Phyllomes vary widely in shape and size across different plant families.
- The phyllome is a fundamental unit in plant morphology.
- Scientists study phyllome development to understand plant evolution.
- Each phyllome on the stem contributes to the plant's photosynthetic capacity.