Basipetal vs. Acropetal — What's the Difference?

Of or relating to the development or maturation of tissues or organs or the movement of substances, such as hormones, from the apex downward toward the base.

Of or relating to the development or maturation of tissues or organs or the movement of substances, such as hormones, from the base toward the apex.

(botany) That develops, matures or opens from the apex towards the base in sequence

(botany) That develops, matures or opens from the base towards the apex in sequence.

Of leaves or flowers; developing or opening in succession from apex to base

Developing from below towards the apex, or from the circumference towards the center; centripetal; - said of certain inflorescence.

Of leaves or flowers; developing or opening in succession from base to apex