Nyctitropic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nyctitropic is an adjective meaning (botany) Turning or bending at night into different positions.
Meaning
(botany) Turning or bending at night into different positions.
Example Sentences
Nyctitropic movements of plants usually consist in a folding or drooping of the leaves, the advantage being in lessening the radiation of heat.
Word Forms
- nyctotropic
Synonyms for nyctitropic
Depending on context, synonyms include nyctinastic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nyctotropic, noctiflorous, nyctaginaceous, vespertinal, vespertine, diurnal.
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