What does caudex mean?
The main stem or stock of a plant, from which the branches grow; a stem or stalk of a plant, especially one that is thick and woody. In botany, the caudex is the thickened base of a stem, often woody, from which the branches arise.
Example
"The caudex of the ancient tree was thick and gnarled, a testament to its age and resilience."
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