Stalk, to a botanist (6 letters) — Crossword Helper

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The Clue

Stalk, to a botanist (6 letter answer)

The Answer

STIPES

Tags

botanist eyestalk frond insect mushroom part short stalk stalklike stem stipe support supporter

Notes

The answer STIPES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1100 puzzles.

Related Clues

Eyestalk
Stalks
Frond supporters
Insect part
Mushroom stalks
Mushroom stems
Mushroom supporters
Short stalks
Stalklike support
Stalks, to a botanist

Definition

STIPE as a noun:

1. supporting stalk or stemlike structure especially of a pistil or fern frond or supporting a mushroom cap