Plant
Plant (plănt)
Plant (pronounced: /plænt/) is a term that refers to a large group of living organisms that includes trees, herbs, bushes, grasses, vines, ferns, and mosses. The term "plant" is derived from the Old English "plante" meaning young tree or herb, which is derived from Latin "planta" meaning shoot or sprout.
Etymology
The word "plant" comes from the Old English "plante" which means young tree or herb. This, in turn, is derived from the Latin "planta" which means shoot or sprout. The term has been in use since the 12th century.
Definition
A plant is a multicellular organism in the kingdom Plantae that uses photosynthesis to produce its own food. Plants are characterized by their ability to produce chlorophyll, a pigment that allows them to absorb sunlight and convert it into energy through a process known as photosynthesis.
Related Terms
- Photosynthesis: The process by which plants convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose or other sugars.
- Chlorophyll: The green pigment found in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.
- Kingdom Plantae: The taxonomic kingdom that includes all plants.
- Multicellular: An organism that is composed of more than one cell.
- Organism: An individual living thing that can react to stimuli, reproduce, grow, and maintain homeostasis.
See Also
- Botany: The scientific study of plants, including their physiology, structure, genetics, ecology, distribution, and classification.
- Flora: The plant life occurring in a particular region or time, generally the naturally occurring or indigenous plant life.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Plant
- Wikipedia's article - Plant
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