(thing) by Lord Brawl Sun Jul 30 2000 at 19:48:50

The study of the effects of external stimulation on plant growth. In short, stemmed plants respond by growing thicker but less tall in windy areas, or even when the stems are repeatedly stimulated by stroking. Tree trunks in particular will adapt to wind in this manner. See also morphogenesis.

Yes, I've been reading the science magazines again. Cool word, eh?

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