Trees
| Definition: |
Woody, usually tall, perennial higher plants (Angiosperms, Gymnosperms, and some Pterophyta) having usually a main stem and numerous branches. |
| Notes: |
IM; use qualif discreetly: few apply; includes foliage, needles, acorns, cones, buds, flowers, but remember FRUIT; POLLEN; RESINS; SEEDS; WOOD are available (coord these IM with TREES (NIM) when a specific genus of tree is discussed); do not confuse X ref |
| Also Called: |
Forests |
Trees Definitions and Terms
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