Caudex and Phyllode

Caudex

Caudex noun - Persistent thickened stem of a herbaceous perennial plant.
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Phyllode and caudex are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Phyllode" instead a noun "Caudex".

Phyllode

Phyllode noun - An expanded petiole taking on the function of a leaf blade.
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Synonyms for Phyllode

Caudex and phyllode are semantically related. You can use "Caudex" instead a noun "Phyllode".
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