Definition: Anapterygote is a Greek word meaning "tentacles." It refers to the structures or structures found in the roots of certain plants like those from the family Compositae, which includes orchids, ferns, and many types of lichens. These structures are often used for transferring nutrients, water, and pollen between the seed and the root, thus facilitating propagation. The term "tentacles" refers to the small spines on leaves that are responsible for diffusing gas and reducing air loss.