Dicot
Dicot
Dicot or Dicotyledon (pronounced: /ˌdaɪkoʊˈtiːdən, -ˈkɒtɪ-/) is a major group of flowering plants that are classified for having two embryonic seed leaves or cotyledons. The term "Dicotyledon" is derived from the Greek words "di" meaning two, and "kotyledon" meaning seed leaf.
Etymology
The term "Dicotyledon" is derived from the Greek words "di" meaning two, and "kotyledon" meaning seed leaf. This refers to the characteristic of dicots having two embryonic seed leaves or cotyledons.
Characteristics
Dicots are characterized by having two embryonic seed leaves or cotyledons. They typically have broad, veined leaves, and floral parts usually in multiples of four or five. The root system of dicots is typically a taproot system, which is a large, central, and dominant root from which other roots sprout laterally.
Classification
Dicots are one of the two major types of flowering plants, the other being monocots. They are further classified into several orders and families. Some of the major families of dicots include rosaceae, fabaceae, and ranunculaceae.
Related Terms
- Monocot: The other major group of flowering plants, characterized by having a single embryonic seed leaf or cotyledon.
- Cotyledon: The embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants. Dicots have two cotyledons, while monocots have one.
- Taproot: The large, central, and dominant root from which other roots sprout laterally. This is a typical characteristic of dicots.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dicot
- Wikipedia's article - Dicot
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