Sepal

usgb/ˈsiːpl/
noun

The green petal-like part at the base of flower that protect flower's bud.

The beautiful flower has five sepals.
Visual representation of "sepal" - The green petal-like part at the base of flower that protect flower's bud.

Often appears as...

  • petal and sepal
  • sepal length
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Visual representation of "sepal"
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Plant Anatomy

Remember, 'sepal' is a botanical term; use it when discussing parts of a flower.

Illustration for Plant Anatomy
During the dissection, we identified the sepal and the stigma.
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Visual Description

Use 'sepal' to describe visually since it refers to a distinctive, usually green part of the flower.

Illustration for Visual Description
The sepals contrasted the bright red petals beautifully.
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Protection Role

'Sepal' emphasizes the protective function it has for the budding flower.

Illustration for Protection Role
The plant's sepals shielded the young buds from the harsh wind.
Visual representation of the word "Sepal"

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