Definition

Describing a plant or structure that has a single main stem or axis, which grows upward and produces leaves and flowers from that central point.

Example

The monopodial growth of the corn plant allows it to reach great heights with a single stem.

Conversation

Have you seen that new plant in the garden?

Yeah, it's quite striking! I think it's a monopodial species.

I love how it grows with just one main stem.

Exactly! It really stands out compared to the others.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monopodial → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning one) and "podium" (from Greek "pous, podos" meaning foot). The word "monopodial" refers to having one foot or stem, typically used in botanical contexts to describe plants that grow from a single stem or trunk.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning one and 'podium' relating to foot — this helps you remember that 'monopodial' describes something that has one foot or stem.

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