stoloniferous

sto·lon·if·er·ous | \ ˌstō-lə-ˈni-f(ə-)rəs

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Definition of stoloniferous

: bearing or developing stolons stoloniferous bamboos

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Recent Examples on the Web Turf or stoloniferous running grasses create an impermeable thatch that inhibits these natives from reproducing, and invasive weeds have taken away most of the territory for these plants. — oregonlive, "Native plants are essential to an Oregon garden: Here’s how to help them thrive," 13 Mar. 2020

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“Stoloniferous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stoloniferous. Accessed 21 Oct. 2020.

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