Definition

Relating to or having a specific type of plant structure known as a protostele, which is a central cylinder of vascular tissue in some plants.

Example

The protostelic arrangement of the plant's vascular system allows for efficient transport of nutrients and water.

Conversation

I was reading about different types of plant structures yesterday.

Oh really? What did you find interesting?

I learned that some plants are classified as protostelic, which is really unique.

That's cool! I didn't know there were different classifications like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Protostelic → It is formed from "proto-" (meaning first or primary) and "stelos" (from Greek, meaning pillar or column). The word refers to the first or primary type of stele, which is a type of plant structure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'proto-' meaning first, and 'stelos' referring to a pillar — this helps you remember that 'protostelic' describes the first type of plant structure.

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