Term | Description |
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Foliage | The collective term for a plant's leaves. ð |
Photosynthesis | The process by which plants convert sunlight into energy. âïļðą |
Chlorophyll | The green pigment in plants responsible for photosynthesis. ðŋ |
Stems | The main structural part of a plant above the roots. ðą |
Leaves | The flat, often green, parts of a plant responsible for photosynthesis. ð |
Roots | The underground part of a plant that absorbs water and nutrients. ðŋðą |
Soil | The top layer of the earth's surface where plants grow. ðïļ |
Potting Mix | A specially formulated soil mixture for potted plants. ðŠī |
Nutrients | Substances plants need for growth and development. ðąð―ïļ |
Watering | Providing water to plants to maintain moisture levels. ð§ðą |
Drainage | The ability of soil to allow excess water to escape. ðŋ |
Humidity | The amount of moisture in the air. ðĻð§ |
Sunlight | Natural light from the sun that plants need for photosynthesis. âïļðą |
Shade | Partial or full protection from direct sunlight. ðĨïļðą |
Pruning | Trimming or cutting parts of a plant for maintenance or shaping. âïļðŠī |
Repotting | Transferring a plant to a larger or different container. ðąðš |
Fertilizer | Nutrient-rich substances added to soil to enhance plant growth. ðąðĨ |
Growth | The process of increasing in size or developing. ðąð |
Dormancy | A period in a plant's life cycle when growth slows down. ðąâïļ |
Transplanting | Moving a plant from one location to another. ðąð |
Overwatering | Providing excessive amounts of water to a plant. ð§ðą |
Underwatering | Not providing enough water to a plant. ðąðïļ |
Root Rot | A disease that affects plant roots, often due to overwatering. ðąð |
Fungus Gnats | Small flying insects that infest overwatered soil. ðĶðą |
Mealybugs | Soft-bodied, waxy insects that can harm plants. ðŠēðą |
Spider Mites | Tiny arachnids that can damage plant leaves. ð·ïļð |
Aphids | Small, sap-sucking insects that feed on plant juices. ðąðĶ |
Scale Insects | Insects with protective shells that can harm plants. ððŠī |
Whiteflies | Small, white insects that infest plant leaves. ðĶð |
Pests | Insects or organisms that can harm plants. ðŠēð |
Disease | Abnormal conditions that affect plant health. ðąðĶ |
Mildew | A type of fungus that can affect plant leaves. ðð |
Fungus | Microorganisms that can cause plant diseases. ððą |
Yellowing | The process of leaves turning yellow, often due to nutrient deficiencies. ðð |
Wilting | The drooping or withering of plant leaves due to water loss. ðĨðą |
Bonsai | The art of cultivating miniature trees in pots or containers. ðģðŠī |
Terrarium | A glass container for growing small plants in a controlled environment. ðŋð |
Aeration | The process of adding air to the soil to improve root health. ðĻðą |
Cactus | Succulent plants known for their ability to store water. ðĩð§ |
Succulent | Plants with thick, fleshy leaves or stems adapted to arid conditions. ðąðĩ |
Epiphyte | Plants that grow on other plants or structures without harming them. ðŋðą |
Air Plant | Epiphytic plants that don't require soil and obtain nutrients from the air. ðŽïļðą |
Rhizome | An underground stem that stores food and produces shoots. ðąðŋ |
Propagation | The process of creating new plants from existing ones. ðąð |
Division | Propagating plants by separating them into smaller sections. ðąâ |
Node | A point on a stem where leaves, branches, or flowers grow. ðąð |
Cutting | A plant part (often a stem or leaf) used for propagation. ðąâïļ |
Germination | The process by which a seed starts to grow into a new plant. ðąðą |
Hybrid | A plant resulting from the crossbreeding of different species or varieties. ðąð§Ž |
Native Plants | Plant species that naturally occur in a specific region. ðąðïļ |
Pet-friendly Plants | Plants that are safe for pets and won't harm them if ingested. ðððą |
Low-light Plants | Plants that thrive in low-light conditions. ðąð |
Bright Indirect Light | Adequate light without direct sun exposure. âïļðą |
Direct Sunlight | Sunlight that falls directly on a plant. âïļðą |
Artificial Light | Man-made light sources used to supplement natural sunlight. ðĄðą |
Biodegradable Pot | A container that breaks down naturally over time. ðąðŋ |
Drip Tray | A tray placed under a potted plant to catch excess water. ðąð |
Topdressing | Adding a layer of material on top of soil for insulation or aesthetics. ðąð§Ĩ |
Variegated | Plants with leaves that have distinct multi-colored patterns. ððą |
Epiphytic | Plants that grow harmlessly on other plants or surfaces. ðąðŋ |
Xerophyte | A plant adapted to survive in arid conditions. ðąðïļ |
Tendril | A slender, coiling structure used for climbing or support. ðąð |
Trailing | Plants that grow long, hanging stems or branches. ðąðŋ |
Axil | The angle between a leaf or stem and the main plant axis. ðąâïļ |
Axillary Bud | A bud located in the axil of a leaf or stem. ðąðą |
Bulb | An underground storage organ with a short stem and modified leaves. ðąðĄ |
Tuber | A thickened, underground stem used for energy storage. ðąðĨ |
Petiole | The stalk that attaches a leaf to a stem. ðąðŠķ |
Internode | The part of a stem between two nodes. ðąð |
Canopy | The uppermost layer of foliage in a plant community. ðģðą |
Petal | The colorful, often delicate part of a flower. ðļðą |
Sepal | The outer part of a flower that protects the bud. ðžðą |
Inflorescence | A group or cluster of flowers on a single stem. ðšðą |
Terminal Bud | The bud at the tip of a stem that promotes growth. ðąð |
Node | A point on a stem where leaves, branches, or flowers grow. ðąð |
Root Hair | Tiny, hair-like structures on roots for nutrient absorption. ðąðģïļ |
Taproot | A central, thick root that grows vertically into the soil. ðąðŋ |
Fibrous Roots | Thin, spreading roots that grow horizontally near the surface. ðąð |
Aerial Roots | Roots that grow above ground from stems or branches. ðąð |
Adventitious Roots | Roots that develop from non-root tissues, such as stems or leaves. ðąðŋ |
Phloem | Tissues responsible for transporting food throughout the plant. ðąð |
Xylem | Tissues responsible for transporting water and nutrients. ðąð§ |
Cambium | A layer of tissue responsible for plant growth in thickness. ðąð |
Transpiration | The process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from aerial parts. ð§ð |
Capillary Action | The ability of water to move upward in narrow tubes against gravity. ðąð |
Permeability | The degree to which soil or other material allows fluids to pass through. ðąðģïļ |
Nematode | Microscopic worms that can harm plant roots. ðąðŠą |
Mycorrhizae | Symbiotic fungi that form beneficial associations with plant roots. ðąð |
Rhizosphere | The region of soil surrounding and influenced by plant roots. ðąð |
Mulch | A layer of material placed on the soil surface to retain moisture and suppress weeds. ðąðū |
Vermicompost | Compost produced by earthworms. ðąðŠą |
Perlite | A lightweight, porous material used to improve soil aeration. ðąðŠī |
Vermiculite | A mineral-based material used to improve soil moisture retention. ðąðš |
Peat Moss | Partially decomposed organic material used in potting mixes. ðąðïļ |
Cocopeat | A coconut coir-based growing medium with good water retention properties. ðąðĨĨ |
Hydroponics | A method of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water solutions. ðąð° |
Aeroponics | A soilless growing technique that uses mist or air to deliver nutrients to plant roots. ðąðĻ |
Emoticons | Tiny graphical representations used to express emotions or concepts. ðð |
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