: a racemose inflorescence typical of the carrot family in which the pedicels arise from about the same point to form a flat or rounded flower cluster see inflorescence illustration

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Despite its size, the park is being used by conservationists to introduce endangered species, like the Gila topminnow and the Huachuca water umbel plant, as a part of the county's Multi-Species Conservation Plan. John Leos, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024 Wild parsnips can grow up to 5 feet tall and produce an umbel of small yellow flower clusters in early summer. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

New Latin umbella, from Latin, umbrella — more at umbrella

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of umbel was in 1597

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“Umbel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/umbel. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

: a flat-topped or ball-shaped flower cluster (as in the carrot) in which the stalks of the individual flowers all grow from about the same point on the main stem like the ribs of an umbrella

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