Verticillate

  • Title

    Verticillate

  • Definition

    Arising from an axis in groups of more than two at the same node; e.g., leaves along a stem or flowers along a rachis. Same as whorled. Compare with alternate and opposite.

  • Related Terms

    Whorled

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