Crebrisulcate

/ˌkrɛbrɪˈsʌlkeɪt/ adjective

Definition

Marked with closely spaced furrows or grooves.

Etymology

From Latin 'crebris' (frequent, close together) and 'sulcatus' (furrowed), combining to describe surfaces with densely packed linear indentations.

Kelly Says

Botanists use this term to describe plant stems and leaves that have many fine ridges running along them—it's nature's way of increasing surface area for water absorption and structural support.

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