Meaning Of The Word Pulvinus

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What's The Definition Of Pulvinus?

pulvinus in American English
an enlarged area at the base of a petiole, at a node, or at the base of a panicled branch, producing movement by growth or swelling
noun: a cushionlike swelling at the base of a leaf or leaflet, at the point of junction with the axis

pulvinus in British English
noun: a swelling at the base of a leafstalk: changes in its turgor pressure cause changes in the position of the leaf

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