Eleutherophyllous

/ɪˌluːðəroʊˈfɪləs/ adjective

Definition

In botany, describing plants with leaves that are separate and free from one another rather than fused or connected.

Etymology

From Greek eleutheros 'free' and phyllon 'leaf.' Used in botanical terminology for specific leaf arrangements.

Kelly Says

Some plants have eleutherophyllous leaves that overlap but don't stick together, which actually helps them shed water and let air circulate—freedom has aerodynamic benefits.

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