stem length
[/stem ˈleŋθ/]
nounpl: stem lengths
comprimento do caule
1. The vertical distance measured from the base to the top of a plant stem or stalk
The stem length of the tomato plant increased by 15 centimeters over the summer.
O comprimento do caule da planta de tomate aumentou 15 centímetros durante o verão.
2. In botany and agriculture, a measurement used to assess plant growth and development
Researchers measured the stem length to evaluate the effectiveness of the fertilizer.
Os pesquisadores mediram o comprimento do caule para avaliar a eficácia do fertilizante.
3. In horticulture, the dimension of a cut flower or plant specimen from soil level to the uppermost leaf or flower
The florist preferred roses with a stem length of at least 50 centimeters.
A florista preferiu rosas com comprimento de caule de pelo menos 50 centímetros.
This is a technical term primarily used in agricultural science, botany, and horticulture. It is commonly encountered in academic research, farming practices, and floristry industries in both Brazil and the United States. The measurement is crucial for crop management and plant breeding programs.
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