How Do You Spell PLANTULE?

Pronunciation: [plˈantjuːl] (IPA)

The word "Plantule" can be phonetically transcribed as /ˈplænt.jul/. This term refers to the initial growth stage of a plant, where a small shoot emerges from a seed. The spelling of this word can be broken down into two parts: "plant" and "ule." The "ule" ending is a diminutive suffix, indicating something small or young. The "plant" portion, of course, refers to the organism. When combined, the word describes a young or newly sprouted plant.

PLANTULE Meaning and Definition

1. A plantule refers to the very early stage of a plant's development, specifically when it starts to emerge from its seed or embryo. It marks the beginning of the plant's growth and is characterized by the emergence of the primary root, referred to as the radicle, along with the embryonic shoot, referred to as the plumule. Typically, the plantule emerges from the seed in response to favorable environmental conditions such as adequate moisture, appropriate temperature, and presence of light.

   At this stage, the plantule is usually small in size and delicate. It possesses limited or no leaves and relies on stored nutrients within the seed for nourishment until it can establish roots to absorb water and nutrients from the soil. The plumule contains the initial leaves of the plant, which undergo photosynthesis to provide energy for further growth. The radicle, on the other hand, anchors the plantule in the soil and absorbs water and minerals for the plant's survival.

   As the plantule continues to develop, it undergoes cellular division and differentiation, ultimately leading to the formation of the plant's various tissues, organs, and structures. With time and favorable conditions, the plantule grows into a young seedling, eventually becoming a mature plant capable of reproduction. The plantule stage is crucial for the successful establishment and survival of plants, as it marks the transition from a dormant seed to an actively growing organism.

2. A young plant.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for PLANTULE

• Planutule
• olantule
• llantule
• -lantule
• 0lantule
• pkantule
• ppantule
• poantule
• plzntule
• plsntule
• plwntule
• plqntule
• plabtule
• plamtule
• plajtule
• plahtule
• planrule
• planfule
• plangule
• planyule

Etymology of PLANTULE

The word "plantule" is derived from the Latin term "plantula", which means "a little plant". This Latin term is a diminutive form of the word "planta", meaning "a plant". The Latin word "planta" is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *plat-, meaning "to spread or branch out". Over time, the word "plantule" has been adopted into English to refer specifically to a young or newly formed plant.