Definition

Describing a plant structure that has flowers or parts arranged in a cluster along a central stem, similar to a raceme.

Example

The racemose flowers of the plant attract many pollinators during the spring.

Conversation

Have you seen that new plant at the store?

Yeah, it looks really unique!

I think it's called a racemose flower or something like that.

That makes sense; it does have that clustered look to it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Racemose → It is formed from "racemus" (from Latin, meaning a cluster of grapes or berries) and the suffix "-ose" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word "racemose" describes a plant structure that is characterized by having flowers or fruit arranged in a cluster, similar to a bunch of grapes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cluster' ('racemus') of grapes when you remember that 'racemose' refers to a plant structure that is full of flowers or fruit arranged in a cluster.

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