Acaulescent (Adjective)
Meaning
(of plants) having no apparent stem above ground.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The acaulescent succulent plants grew close to the ground, their thick leaves serving as water storage.
- Acaulescent species of cacti often produce vibrant flowers that contrast with their dull, ground-hugging stems.
- The acaulescent growth habit of the plant allowed it to conserve water and energy in the arid environment.
- In the botanical garden, a unique acaulescent plant caught the visitor's eye with its striking, stemless appearance.
- The acaulescent plant's ability to blend in with its surroundings made it difficult to spot in the wild.