Bulb
An swollen underground plant part, which stores food, usually during a dormant season, composed of scales or leaf bases.
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An onion is a true bulb. Its edible layers are modified leaves that store food for the plant.
Bulb
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:
Bulbs
Categories:
Leaf morphology
