Woody

Woody

Woody (pronunciation: /ˈwʊdi/) is a term used in botany to describe plants that have hard, fibrous structures and are perennial. This term is often used to differentiate between herbaceous plants and woody plants.

Etymology

The term "woody" comes from the Old English word "wudu", which means "tree" or "wood". It has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe plants that have a hard, fibrous structure.

Related Terms

• Perennial: A type of plant that lives for more than two years. Woody plants are often perennials.
• Herbaceous: Refers to plants that have non-woody stems. This term is often used in contrast to woody plants.
• Deciduous: Refers to plants that shed their leaves annually. Many woody plants are deciduous.
• Evergreen: Refers to plants that retain their leaves throughout the year. Some woody plants are evergreen.
• Shrub: A type of woody plant that is smaller than a tree and has several main stems arising at or near the ground.
• Tree: A type of woody plant that is characterized by its long lifespan and tall stature.

See Also

• Botany
• Plant morphology
• Plant physiology

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Woody
• Wikipedia's article - Woody

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