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stolon

/ˈstoʊlən/ noun · British & US
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What does stolon mean?

noun

A stolon is a long, creeping stem that produces new plants at its tips, often found in plants such as strawberries and begonias.

Example

"The strawberry plant spread quickly through its stolons, covering the entire garden bed."

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