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Term Definition
Strangler A plant that grows upon another plant in such a way that its roots surround the host and eventually cause it to die; e.g., in some species of Ficus (Moraceae). A strangler can become a free-standing tree after the host plant dies. Strangler habit of Ficus pertusa. Photo by R. Aguilar.