The capacity for natural growth and survival of plants and animals.
(1) See Heterosis. (2) For plants, active, healthy, well-balanced growth. (3) For seeds, the capacity for natural growth and survival. See Also: Heterosis.
Overall health; the capacity to grow and resist physiological stress.
The capacity to resist strain; a genetic factor, a potential force against any threats to survival.
Strong, vibrant germination and growth. A desirable characteristic.
The rate of growth of a vine part.
Active healthy well-balanced growth especially of plants