Leaf (Feuille) (LEF)
Primary site of photosynthesis.
The leaf is broad and green.

Flower (Fleur) (FLUR)
Reproductive structure of a plant.
The flower has a beautiful scent.

Root (Racine) (ROHT)
Part of the plant that anchors it and absorbs water.
The root system is extensive.

Stem (Tige) (STEHM)
Main structural axis of a plant.
The stem supports the leaves.

Seed (Graine) (GREN)
Embryonic plant enclosed in a protective outer covering.
The seed will germinate in the spring.

Fruit (Fruit) (FRWEE)
Mature ovary of a flowering plant containing seeds.
The fruit is ripe and ready to eat.

Petal (Pétale) (PET-uhl)
Modified leaf surrounding the reproductive parts of a flower.
The petal is brightly colored.

Bud (Bourgeon) (BOOR-zhon)
Undeveloped or embryonic shoot and normally occurs in the axil of a leaf or at the tip of a stem.
The bud will soon open into a flower.

Thorn (Épine) (Æ-PEEN)
Sharp, pointed modified stem or leaf.
The thorn pricked my finger.

Vein (Nervure) (NER-vur)
Vascular tissue in a leaf.
The veins are prominent on the leaf surface.

Germination (Germination) (JER-mi-NAY-shun)
Process by which a plant grows from a seed.
Germination requires water and warmth.

Sprouting (Germination (Début)) (SPROWT-ing)
Beginning of growth from a seed or bud.
Sprouting occurred within a few days.

Blooming (Floraison) (BLOOM-ing)
Process of producing flowers.
The roses are blooming beautifully.

Wilting (Flétrissement) (WIL-ting)
Drooping or becoming limp due to lack of water.
The plant is wilting in the sun.

Dormant (Dormant) (DOR-muhnt)
Temporarily inactive state in plants.
The tree is dormant in winter.

Deceased (Décédée) (dee-SEEST)
No longer living.
The plant has deceased due to lack of light.

Grafting (Greffage) (GRAFT-ing)
Joining parts of two plants so they grow as one.
Grafting can produce new varieties.

Pollination (Pollinisation) (POL-i-NAY-shun)
Transfer of pollen to a stigma, ovule, flower, or plant to allow fertilization.
Bees are essential for pollination.

Propagation (Multiplication) (PROP-uh-GAY-shun)
Process of creating new plants from existing ones.
Propagation can be done through cuttings.

Acclimatization (Acclimatation) (uh-KLY-muh-tih-ZAY-shun)
Process of adapting a plant to a new environment.
Acclimatization is important for new plants.

Gardener (Jardinier) (GAR-duh-nur)
Person who cultivates plants.
The gardener tends to the flowers.

Botanist (Botaniste) (BOT-uh-nist)
Scientist who studies plants.
The botanist identified the rare species.

Plant Breeder (Améliorateur de plantes) (plant BREED-ur)
Person who develops new plant varieties.
The plant breeder created a new type of rose.

Horticulturalist (Horticulteur) (HOR-tih-KUL-chur-ist)
Expert in the science and art of growing plants.
The horticulturalist advised on plant care.

Arborist (Arboriste) (AR-bor-ist)
Professional who cares for trees.
The arborist pruned the branches.

Phytopathologist (Phytopathologiste) (FYE-toh-puh-THOL-uh-jist)
Scientist who studies plant diseases.
The phytopathologist diagnosed the plant's illness.

Seed Collector (Collecteur de graines) (SEED kuh-LEK-tur)
Person who gathers seeds.
The seed collector gathered seeds for next season.

Plant Enthusiast (Passionné de plantes) (plant en-THOO-zee-ast)
Person with a strong interest in plants.
The plant enthusiast shared their knowledge.

Nursery Worker (Employé de pépinière) (NUR-suh-ree WUR-kur)
Person who works in a plant nursery.
The nursery worker helped select a healthy plant.

Conservationist (Écologiste (Conservation)) (kon-sur-VAY-shun-ist)
Person who works to protect plant species.
The conservationist worked to save endangered plants.