Perfoliate

[pә'fәuliit]

Definition

(adj.) (of a leaf) having the base united around (and apparently pierced by) the stem .

Editor: Matt--From WordNet

Definition

(a.) Having the basal part produced around the stem; -- said of leaves which the stem apparently passes directory through.

(a.) Surrounded by a circle of hairs, or projections of any kind.

Inputed by Artie

Definition

adj. (bot.) having the stem as it were passing through the blade—of a leaf: having the leaf round the stem at the base: (zool.) surrounded by a circle of hairs &c. taxicorn.

Checked by Evan