Glossary of terms

A reference section with categories and short explanations.

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Saprophyte

Термины по орихидеям

(From Greek sapros – rotten, phyton – plant) — an achlorophyllous plant that feeds on organic substances of dead plants or on secretions of living ones. Saprophytic orchids obtain nutrients from the soil by means of a mycorrhizal fungus.

Sympodial plant

Термины по орихидеям

A plant whose main axis is a system of shoots with limited apical growth arising from the lateral buds of the shoots of the previous order.

Systemic preparations

Термины по орихидеям

(Against pests and diseases) — protective agents absorbed by the plant through the root system and enhancing its immunity.