sexifid

The leaf is deeply sexifid, with six distinct lobes.

Definition

1. Adjective (Botany):
   • Divided into six parts: "sexifid" describes a structure, typically a leaf, calyx, or other plant organ, that is split or cleft into six distinct segments or lobes.

Usage Examples

• (The leaves were divided into six parts.)
• (The flower's outer part was split into six lobes.)

Advanced Usage

• "sexifid corolla": a flower's inner petals that are divided into six segments.

  • The sexifid corolla of the orchid was a key identifying feature. (The petals were cleft into six parts.)

• "sexifid stigma": the part of a plant's pistil that is split into six branches.

  • The sexifid stigma of the lily captured pollen efficiently. (The stigma had six divisions.)

Variants and Related Words

• Sexifidly (adverb): in a manner that is divided into six parts.
  • The leaf was sexifidly arranged, creating a star-like pattern. (The leaf was split into six sections.)

Synonyms

• Six-cleft: a botanical term meaning divided into six parts.
• Hexafid: a less common synonym for six-part division.

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