edaphophyte

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἔδαφος (édaphos, “ground”) +‎ -phyte. By surface analysis, edapho- +‎ -phyte.

Noun

edaphophyte (plural edaphophytes)

  1. (botany) any plant that grows with its roots in the soil and shoots in the air
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