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Definition of Acropetal

1. Adjective. Of leaves or flowers; developing or opening in succession from base to apex.

Definition of Acropetal

1. a. Developing from below towards the apex, or from the circumference towards the center; centripetal; -- said of certain inflorescence.

Definition of Acropetal

1. Adjective. (botany) That develops, matures or opens from the base towards the apex in sequence ¹

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Definition of Acropetal

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Acropetal

1. Describes a plant part which is arising or developing in a longitudinal sequence beginning at the base and proceeding towards the apex. (13 Nov 1997)

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