fibrous root

American  

noun

1. a root, as in most grasses, having numerous, very fine branches of approximately the same length.

2. a root system that consists of very fine branches.

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fibrous root Scientific  

/ fī′brəs /

1. Any of the roots in a system that is made up of many threadlike members of more or less equal length and is characteristic of monocotelydons. Fibrous roots develop from adventitious roots arising from the plant's stem and usually do not penetrate the soil very deeply. Because their roots attach themselves firmly to soil particles, plants with fibrous root systems are especially useful in preventing soil erosion.

2. Compare taproot

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Example Sentences

Dicots have a tap root system, while monocots have a fibrous root system.

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Which description correctly compares a tap root system with a fibrous root system?

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A fibrous root system, such as that of a carrot, forms a dense network of roots that is closer to the soil surface.

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Taproot systems are found in monocots and fibrous root systems are found in dicots.

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Striking its long fibrous root deep into the dry soil, the plant spreads in thrifty clumps through heat and drought - and so tough are its fibers they might almost be used for violin strings.

From Wild Flowers An Aid to Knowledge of Our Wild Flowers and Their Insect Visitors by Blanchan, Neltje