Callus

  • Title

    Callus

  • Definition

    A thickened part of an organ; e.g., in some Orchidaceae, the fleshy outgrowth of the labellum, or in the Poaceae, the hardened base of the spikelet or floret just above the point of disarticulation.

  • Related Terms

    Lip

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