Trichome
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="trichome"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
A hair-like outgrowth from the plant epidermis, ranging from simple unicellular hairs to complex glandular structures. Trichomes may reflect light to cool leaves, deter herbivores with physical or chemical properties, or secrete sticky compounds to trap insects.
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