Guttation
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006138
The process by which plants exude droplets of xylem sap from the tips or edges of their leaves, typically occurring during periods of high humidity and low transpiration. This phenomenon is distinct from dew, which forms from atmospheric moisture. It is most noticeable in small plants like grasses.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006138 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Dewbow |
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