Dorsal

Dorsal Adj. [ Botany ]
Synonym: Abaxial

Dictionary of botanic terminology - index of names


	The term dosal (or abaxial) describes a plant part, side or surface facing away from the the axis of any organ or part; eccentric.

"the dorsal surface of a leaf lamina is the underside or side facing away from the stem.

Antonyms: adaxial, ventral.

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