understory

noun

un·der·sto·ry ˈən-dər-ˌstȯr-ē

: an underlying layer of vegetation

specifically : the vegetative layer and especially the trees and shrubs between the forest canopy and the ground cover

: the plants that form the understory

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But there are remote sections of the park, and the forest is dense, with a thick understory of rhododendron obscuring terrain beyond the trail. —

Graham Averill, Outside Online, 18 Oct. 2024 Pawpaw trees prefer moist soil, and grow in dense forested understory. —

Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024 The entire route is shaded by ponderosa pines and creekside stands of boxelders, locust and oaks with an understory of brambles and wildflowers. —

Mare Czinar, The Arizona Republic, 26 Sep. 2024 They’re supported by a colorful understory of oaks, grapevines and sumacs. —

Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 18 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for understory