stele
Pronunciation: /stiːl, ˈstiːli/
Definition of stele
noun
- 1 Botany the central core of the stem and root of a vascular plant, consisting of the vascular tissue (xylem and phloem) and associated supporting tissue. Also called vascular cylinder.
Derivatives
Origin:
early 19th century: from Greek stēlē 'standing block'