Term:
Hoop mark
Hoop mark
Definition:
A raised ring caused by bud scale scars that may partially or completely encircle the trunk of a tree.
A raised ring caused by bud scale scars that may partially or completely encircle the trunk of a tree.
Notes:
Species of Cecropia often have conspicuous hoop marks.
Species of Cecropia often have conspicuous hoop marks.