fine roots and root branches with an unusually large absorbing area. Important in uptake of minerals and water by their root hairs, located in upper soil layers.
Synonyms:feeder root
Afrikaans: fynwortelselfstandige naamwoord
Onderwerp: Wingerdstok-morfologie
fynwortels en sywortels met 'n buitengewoon hoë absorberingsarea. Belangrik in die opname van minerale en water deur hulle haarwortels, wat in die boonste grondlae geleë is.