Trichomes

Hair-like extensions on specialized epidermal surfaces of plants which protect against damage from insects, animals, light degradation and fungal infection. Trichomes may also occur on certain unicellular EUKARYOTES.

Year introduced: 2014

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Tree Number(s): A11.284.917, A18.024.750.825

MeSH Unique ID: D064201

Entry Terms:

• Trichome
• Indumentum
• Indumentums

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Anatomy Category
Cells
Cellular Structures
Trichomes

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Anatomy Category
Plant Structures
Plant Components, Aerial
Plant Epidermis
Trichomes