indusium

[US]/ɪnˈdjuːziəm/
[UK]/ɪnˈduːziəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a covering or envelope, especially in plants; the membrane enclosing certain structures in anatomy; the integument of certain seeds or embryos
Word Forms
Pluralindusiums

Phrases & Collocations

indusium cover

indusium layer

indusium structure

indusium function

indusium development

indusium morphology

indusium role

indusium anatomy

indusium growth

indusium analysis

Example Sentences

the indusium is crucial for the growth of certain ferns.

scientists studied the structure of the indusium in detail.

the indusium helps protect the developing spores.

many ferns have a distinctive indusium shape.

research on the indusium can lead to new botanical discoveries.

the indusium is often overlooked in plant studies.

understanding the indusium can enhance our knowledge of plant reproduction.

some species have a protective indusium that aids in spore dispersal.

the indusium can vary greatly among different fern species.

photographs of the indusium reveal its intricate patterns.

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