seed leaf

American  

noun

Botany.

1. a cotyledon.

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seed leaf British  

noun

1. the nontechnical name for cotyledon

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seed leaf Scientific  

1. See cotyledon

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Etymology

Origin of seed leaf

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

From the first they have taken much interest in the plant, and as the result of many experiments not only produce seed leaf, but the finest cutting leaf grown in this country.

From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by Billings, E. R.

Connecticut seed leaf is justly celebrated as the finest known for cigar wrappers, from the superiority of its color and texture, and the good burning quality of the leaf.

From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by Billings, E. R.

The Ohio growers have taken much pains with the Ohio broad leaf, and have produced a seed leaf tobacco that in many respects is a superior wrapper for cigars.

From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by Billings, E. R.

As the crop is cut in the seed leaf, it is necessary to sow often, but the frequency must be regulated by the demand.

From The Culture of Vegetables and Flowers From Seeds and Roots 16th Edition by Sutton and Sons

All of the seed leaf of these states is used exclusively in the manufacture of cigars.

From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by Billings, E. R.