Brachydodrome

/ˌbrækɪˈdɒdrəʊm/ noun

Definition

In botany, a pattern of leaf veins where branches run a relatively short distance before ending.

Etymology

From Greek 'brachy-' meaning short and 'dromos' meaning course or running, used in botanical terminology to describe vein patterns.

Kelly Says

Leaf vein patterns are like nature's fingerprints—brachydodrome leaves are common in plants from dry climates because the shorter vein branches are more efficient at delivering water where it's scarce.

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