scalariformly

/skəˈlɛrəfɔrmli/
adverb
  1. In a ladder-like or step-like manner or arrangement.
    • The fossilized tissue showed scalariformly patterned thickenings.
    • The cells were arranged scalariformly along the stem.
    • Under the microscope, the vessels appeared scalariformly connected.
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