Divaricate
Divaricate
Divaricate (pronunciation: /dɪˈværɪkeɪt/) is a term used in botany and zoology to describe a specific type of branching pattern. The term originates from the Latin word "divaricatus", meaning to spread apart.
Etymology
The term "divaricate" is derived from the Latin "divaricatus", which is a combination of "di-", meaning apart, and "varicare", meaning to spread. It was first used in English in the late 17th century.
Definition
In botany, divaricate refers to a plant's branching pattern where the branches spread widely apart, often at an angle of more than 60 degrees. This pattern is often seen in shrubs and small trees, particularly in harsh environments where a divaricate form can help protect the plant from wind and cold.
In zoology, divaricate can refer to similar spreading patterns in the structures of animals, such as the antlers of certain deer species.
Related Terms
- Branching (botany): The process by which plants produce branches. Divaricate is a specific type of branching pattern.
- Zoology: The scientific study of animals. Divaricate can refer to certain structures in animals.
- Botany: The scientific study of plants. Divaricate is a term used in botany to describe a specific type of branching pattern.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Divaricate
- Wikipedia's article - Divaricate
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