The condition or quality of being without leaves or having very few leaves.
Derived from 'aphyllous' with the '-y' suffix added to create an abstract noun describing the state or condition of leaflessness.
Aphylly isn't just a botanical quirk—it's a survival strategy that lets plants reduce water loss by up to 99%, which is why you see it in deserts and extreme environments around the world.
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