woody stemmed

/ˈwʊdi stɛmd/
adjective
  1. Having a stem that is hard and woody, rather than soft and green.
    • Unlike soft-stemmed annuals, woody-stemmed perennials survive winter above ground.
    • The gardener recommended woody-stemmed herbs such as rosemary and lavender.
    • Woody-stemmed plants like roses need pruning to stay healthy.
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