pneumatorhiza

Term Information

Accession
PO:0025358
Aspect
plant anatomy
Synonyms
exact: pneumatorhizae
exact: 支持根から出る側根 (Japanese)
Definition
A small lateral root that grows from a prop root and has a mealy surface texture. [source: ISBN:9780881928501]
Comment
Found in some palms and other species growing in flooded habitats. Pneumatorhiza appear as small outgrowths on the surface of a prop root. Similar, but distinct from, pneumatophores.

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