Definition

Describing a plant or part of a plant that has only one leaf.

Example

The unifoliate plant stood out in the garden with its single, prominent leaf.

Conversation

I found this plant that has a really interesting shape.

Oh, what kind is it?

It's actually unifoliate, with just one leaf on each stem.

That sounds unique! I've never seen a plant like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unifoliate → It is formed from "uni-" (meaning one) and "folium" (meaning leaf). The word describes a plant or structure that has a single leaf or leaf-like part.

Memory Tip

Think of 'one' ('uni-') leaf ('folium') to remember that 'unifoliate' refers to something that has only one leaf.

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