Definition: A small space or compartment found inside an organ or part of a plant or animal, such as the cavities in a plant's ovary.

Example: The flower's ovary contains several locules that hold the seeds.

Definition: Relating to a type of plant fruit that splits open along the walls between its compartments to release seeds.

Example: The loculicidal fruits of the iris release their seeds when they mature.

Definition: A small, thin scale found at the base of the ovary in a grass flower, which helps in the flower's opening process.

Example: The lodicules play an important role in the flowering of grasses by aiding in the opening of the flower.

Definition: A type of tree found in tropical America that has dark wood used to make a purple-red dye.

Example: Logwood is often used to produce dyes for textiles.

Definition: A type of dry fruit that does not split open when ripe, typically found in certain plants like tick trefoil, which separates into single-seeded parts at maturity.

Example: The loment of the tick trefoil can be seen scattered across the field after the plants have matured.

Definition: A type of fruit or seed pod that is elongated and often segmented, typically found in certain plants.

Example: The lomentum of the plant splits open to release its seeds.

Definition: A type of pine tree known for its long needles and large cones, often found in the southeastern United States.

Example: The longleaf tree is important for the ecosystem and provides habitat for many species.

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the genus Lonicera, commonly known as honeysuckles, which are often characterized by their sweet-smelling flowers and edible berries.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful lonicera, attracting many bees and butterflies.

Definition: A type of plant that belongs to the genus Lysimachia or Lythrum, known for its colorful flowers, which can be yellow, purple, or white.

Example: The garden was filled with beautiful loosestrife, adding vibrant colors to the landscape.

Definition: A piece of material that has been cut away from a tree or discarded during the process of lumbering.

Example: The lumberjack collected the lop from the ground after trimming the branches.

Definition: To cut off a part from something, especially from a tree or plant, or to trim something back.

Example: He lopped off the dead branches from the tree to help it grow better.