Term:
Geophyte
Geophyte
Definition:
A herbaceous plant that perennates by means of underground parts; i.e., at least part of the plant’s life cycle is spent below the ground, usually to avoid environmental stresses such as prolonged dry or cold periods.
A herbaceous plant that perennates by means of underground parts; i.e., at least part of the plant’s life cycle is spent below the ground, usually to avoid environmental stresses such as prolonged dry or cold periods.