phyto-

1. a combining form meaning “plant,” used in the formation of compound words:

   phytogenesis.

phyto-

combining_form

1. indicating a plant or vegetation

   phytogenesis

Word History and Origins

Origin of phyto-¹

< Greek phyt ( ón ) a plant + -o-

Word History and Origins

Origin of phyto-¹

from Greek phuton plant, from phuein to make grow