Definition

A type of plant that has two seed leaves, known as cotyledons, in its seedlings.

Example

The sunflower is a common example of a dicot plant.

Conversation

Did you know that a dicot has two cotyledons in its seedlings?

Really? I always thought all plants were the same.

Nope, there are different types like dicots and monocots.

That’s interesting! I’ll have to pay more attention to my plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dicot is derived from 'di-' (meaning two) and 'cotyledon' (from Greek 'kotyledon', meaning seed leaf). The term refers to a group of flowering plants that have two seed leaves or cotyledons in their seeds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'two' ('di-') seed leaves ('cotyledon') when you remember that dicots are plants with two seed leaves.

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