jovem planta

[ˈʒɔ.vẽ ˈplɐ̃.tɐ]

nounfemininepl: jovens plantas

young plant; seedling

1. A plant in its early stages of growth, typically from germination to maturity

The young plants need careful watering during their first weeks.

As jovens plantas precisam de rega cuidadosa durante suas primeiras semanas.

2. A recently sprouted or newly planted specimen

We transplanted the young plants from the nursery to the garden.

Transplantamos as jovens plantas do viveiro para o jardim.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

jovem planta / muda

Both terms are commonly used, with 'muda' being more informal

São Paulo

jovem planta / muda

Standard usage in horticultural contexts

Portugal

jovem planta / muda

Both terms are in common usage

cuidar de uma jovem planta - to care for a young plant

regar as jovens plantas - to water the young plants

plantio de jovens plantas - planting of young plants

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