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stolonic

/ˈstoʊnɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does stolonic mean?

noun

A stolonic is a type of plant stem that grows from the base of a plant, often producing new shoots or leaves. It is a characteristic feature of certain types of plants, such as the stolonic strawberry.

Example

"The stolonic strawberry plant produced new shoots and leaves from its underground stems, allowing it to quickly colonize the surrounding area."

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