phyto-

American  

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

   phytogenesis.

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phyto- British  

combining form

1. indicating a plant or vegetation

   phytogenesis

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Usage

What does phyto- mean? Phyto- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “plant.” It is often used in scientific terms, especially in biology. Phyto- comes from the Greek phytón, meaning “plant.”The corresponding form of phyto- combined to the end of words is -phyte. Want to know more? Read our Words That Use -phyte article.

Etymology

Origin of phyto-

< Greek phyt ( ón ) a plant + -o-