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Glossary of Terms

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Root Collar

  • A root collar is defined as the line of junction between the root of a plant and its stem or trunk.

Root Flare

  • A root flare is defined as the area at the base of the plant’s stem or trunk where the stem or trunk broadens to form roots; the area of transition between the root system and the stem or trunk.

Root Mass

  • Root mass is defined as a plant's overall amount of root growth.