fasciations

/ˌfæʃiˈeɪʃənz/
noun
  1. Abnormal growth in plants where stems or flowers become flattened, twisted, or fused together.
    • Fasciations can be caused by genetic mutations, bacteria, or physical damage to the plant.
    • The gardener noticed fasciations in the sunflower stems, making them look like ribbons.
    • Some people find fasciations beautiful and collect plants that show this unusual growth pattern.
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