Apical Dominance

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A plant growth trait where the main stem dominates and inhibits the growth of other areas of the plant.

🔊 AY·pik·ul DOM·ih·nance


In the Wild — Example

Topping breaks apical dominance and forces the plant to push energy to side branches instead of one main cola.

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