Phyto-
1.
a combining form meaning “plant,” used in the formation of compound words:
phytogenesis.
combining form
1.
indicating a plant or vegetation: phytogenesis
word-forming element meaning “plant,” from Greek phyton “plant,” literally “that which has grown,” from phyein “to grow” (see physic).
phyto- or phyt-
pref.
Plant: phytohormones.
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