Across
- 5. Woody extensions growing from trunk and supporting leaves
- 6. Green, flat sheets on branches, making food for the plant
- 10. Process where plants turn sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into food
- 11. Small, protective structure containing beginnings of a new plant
- 12. Tall, sturdy central part supporting branches
Down
- 1. Plant with needle-like leaves and producing cones
- 2. Protective outer layer covering the trunk
- 3. Plant that loses its leaves during certain times of the year
- 4. Plant keeping its leaves throughout the year
- 7. Young, small plant just beginning to grow
- 8. Layer formed by leaves and branches, providing shade and habitat for animals
- 9. Large area covered primarily with trees and underbrush
- 13. Underground parts anchoring plant and absorbing water and nutrients