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Plants in general and their related subjects and terms.
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woody plant
Plants; General plants
A plant that contains wood in its trunk, stem, or root. Trees, shrubs, and some vines are woody plants.
graft
Plants; General plants
A plant part, such as a stem with a bud, that is joined to the stem or root of another plant so that the two grow together as a single plant.
lignin
Plants; General plants
A chemical compound that is found in woody plants. Lignin binds to fibers made of cellulose.
jungle
Plants; General plants
An area of thick forest that is found in tropical regions. Jungles have hot, humid climates.
pith
Plants; General plants
The soft, spongy tissue that is in the center of the stems of most flowering plants.
root
Plants; General plants
A part of a plant that usually grows underground. Roots keep the plant in place, absorb minerals and water.
resin
Plants; General plants
A clear, yellowish or brownish substance that oozes from certain trees and plants. Resins are used to make plastics and medicines.
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