Across
- 4. The main structural axis of a plant, supporting leaves, flowers, and fruit, often conducting water, nutrients, and sugars.
- 5. A succulent plant with thick, fleshy stems and spines, often found in arid regions and adapted to conserve water.
- 7. The mature ovary of a flowering plant, typically containing seeds and surrounded by edible flesh, often sweet or savory.
- 9. A small plant with soft, green stems, used for culinary, medicinal, or aromatic purposes, often dried or fresh.
- 12. The reproductive structure of a plant, typically consisting of petals, sepals, stamens, and pistils, often brightly colored and fragrant.
- 13. A woody plant smaller than a tree with several main stems arising at or near the ground, often used for landscaping.
- 14. A climbing or trailing plant with a long stem or runners, often used for decoration or producing fruit.
Down
- 1. A low-growing plant with narrow leaves and jointed stems, forming lawns, pastures, and meadows.
- 2. A living organism typically growing in soil and using sunlight, water, and nutrients to produce food through photosynthesis.
- 3. The main organ of a plant, typically green and flattened, responsible for photosynthesis, respiration, and transpiration.
- 6. A small embryonic plant enclosed in a protective outer covering, typically formed from the ovule after fertilization.
- 8. The part of a plant that typically lies below the surface of the soil, anchoring the plant and absorbing water and nutrients from the soil.
- 10. A low-growing woody plant with multiple stems or branches arising from or near the ground, often used for landscaping.
- 11. An undeveloped or embryonic shoot or flower on a plant, often enclosed in protective scales or leaves.
- 12. A flowerless plant with feathery or leafy fronds, often found in damp, shady areas like forests or gardens.
