Definition of Lenticels. Meaning of Lenticels. Synonyms of Lenticels

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Definition of Lenticels

Lenticel
Lenticel Len"ti*cel (l[e^]n"t[i^]*s[e^]l), n. [F. lenticelle, dim. fr. L. lens, lentis, a lentil. Cf. Lentil.] (Bot.) (a) One of the small, oval, rounded spots upon the stem or branch of a plant, from which the underlying tissues may protrude or roots may issue, either in the air, or more commonly when the stem or branch is covered with water or earth. (b) A small, lens-shaped gland on the under side of some leaves.

Meaning of Lenticels from wikipedia

- lipophilic coatings prior to harvest. Lenticels are also present on potato tubers. Lenticels on Prunus serrula Lenticels on wild cherry or gean Alder bark...
- lenticels, because they have numerous intercellular spaces, allow gaseous exchange with the outside atmosphere. As the bark develops, new lenticels are...
- protects the trunk from mechanical damage and reduces loss of water. Lenticels are small holes in the periderm consisting of porous tissue that allow...
- (26–39 ft). The smooth bark is chestnut-brown, with prominent horizontal lenticels. The leaves are arranged alternately, simple, ovate-lanceolate, 5–13 cm...
- sweet apple with low acid and a slightly flowery taste. The skin has lenticels, which allow it to breathe. Distribution of the Envy apple in North America...
- addition, the tubers have small holes that allow breathing, called lenticels. The lenticels are circular and their number varies depending on the size of the...
- common with others of this family, its bark is covered in prominent white lenticels. Leaves are usually in whorls of 3 and produce a fetid smell when crushed...
- is very shiny, reddish brown, reddish white, or white, with horizontal lenticels. The bark peels off in broad, horizontal belts, making it very usable...
- heavy. The fruit is medium or medium-large with a smooth skin, white lenticels, and no russet. It has excellent taste characteristics. Its ripening time:...
- fire. It is perforated by a large number of fine breathing pores called lenticels, through which oxygen diffuses. Bark is continually replaced by a living...