ergastic
/ɜrˈɡæstɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or denoting non-living substances or materials produced by a plant cell, such as starch, oils, or crystals.
- The ergastic substances in the potato cell include starch grains.
- Under the microscope, the ergastic materials appeared as bright crystals.
- Plant cells store ergastic products like oils and resins for later use.