plant dormancy
[/plænt ˈdɔːrməntsi/]
noun
dormência vegetal
1. A physiological state in plants characterized by temporary cessation of growth and metabolism, allowing the plant to survive unfavorable environmental conditions such as cold or drought
During winter, many trees enter plant dormancy to conserve energy and protect themselves from frost damage.
Durante o inverno, muitas árvores entram em dormência vegetal para conservar energia e se proteger dos danos causados pelo congelamento.
2. A period in which seeds, buds, or perennial plants remain inactive until environmental conditions become favorable for growth
The seeds remained in plant dormancy until spring temperatures triggered germination.
As sementes permaneceram em dormência vegetal até que as temperaturas da primavera desencadeassem a germinação.
The concept of plant dormancy is crucial in both Brazilian and American agriculture, particularly in regions with distinct seasonal variations. In Brazil, understanding dormancy is especially important for temperate fruit cultivation in southern regions like Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina. The term is widely used in academic botany, horticulture, and agricultural extension programs in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
break dormancy - sair da dormência
enter dormancy - entrar em dormência
dormancy period - período de dormência
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