Definition: A type of plant that develops from an embryo and includes most land plants, such as mosses and ferns.

Example: Mosses and ferns are examples of embryophytes that thrive in moist environments.

Definition: A type of wheat that has two hard kernels and is grown for food and animal feed. It was first cultivated in ancient times and is still used today.

Example: Farmers are starting to grow emmer again because it is a nutritious grain.

Definition: A bright orange crystalline substance derived from certain plants, commonly used as a laxative.

Example: The doctor recommended emodin for its laxative properties.

Definition: A growth or projection that develops on the surface of a plant organ.

Example: The enation on the leaf helped to increase its surface area for photosynthesis.

Definition: A type of tree known for its hard wood and evergreen leaves, commonly found in Mediterranean regions.

Example: The encina tree provides shade and shelter for many animals.

Definition: The hard inner part of a fruit that surrounds the seed, like the pit of a cherry or peach.

Example: The endocarp of the peach protects the seed inside.

Definition: The innermost layer of tissue in the roots and some stems that surrounds the vascular tissue.

Example: The endodermis plays a crucial role in regulating the flow of water and nutrients in plants.

Definition: A type of organism, like a fungus or bacterium, that lives inside a plant, often forming a close relationship with it, which can be either helpful or harmful.

Example: The endophyte helped the plant resist disease and grow better in dry conditions.

Definition: Referring to organisms that grow inside another living organism, often in a symbiotic or parasitic relationship.

Example: The endophytic fungi help the plant absorb nutrients from the soil.

Definition: A type of tissue found in seeds of flowering plants that provides nourishment to the developing embryo.

Example: The endosperm is crucial for the growth of the seedling after germination.