Latin term for dropping both needles, and branch-lets

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  1. marceld

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    What is the botanical (Scientific - Latin) term that describes a natural condition of some conifers, e.g. Sequoia Sempervirens, to lose not only it's needles (leaves) but the entire branch-let?

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    Marcel

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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Cladoptosis.
     
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    Thank you, Michael F.

    That's the word I was unable to recall, and unable to find on the Internet. I'm IMPRESSED!

    May I request your assistance in the future?
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Yep, just post any questions here. If I can't answer them (which I can't always!!), then someone else probably will be able to.
     
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