Imbricate
Overlapping like roof shingles. This feature helps describe plant form, function, or identification.
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Pine cone scales overlap imbricately like shingles, protecting seeds until the cone opens.
Imbricate
Purdue Arboretum Learning System
This glossary definition is part of the Purdue Arboretum learning resource database, providing educational information on campus flora, morphology, and botanical terminology.
Synonyms:
Imbricates
Categories:
General botanical term
