prop root

prop root

n. An aerial root that arises from a stem or trunk, penetrates the soil, and helps support the plant, as in mangroves. Also called stilt root.

prop root

n (Botany) a root that grows from and supports the stem above the ground in plants such as mangroves

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prop root - a root that grows from and supports the stem above the ground in plants such as mangrovesroot - (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground