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Galla

Galla

1 9.9
A growth on a plant caused by insects, mites or fungi
  • noun
  • /ˈɡæl.ə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : agalla
  • The galla on the plant was quite large.

Examples

  • Farmers often remove Galla to protect their crops from further damage.

  • Look at that Galla!

  • The botanist examined the Galla on the oak leaves to identify the insect responsible.

  • After the infestation, several Galla appeared along the stems of the rose bush.

  • The gardener noticed a small galla on the rose leaves, indicating an insect infestation.

  • In the orchard, we observed various trees with galla that were caused by fungal infections.

  • The scientist studied the formation of a galla on the stems, which was indicative of mite activity.

Synonyms

gall
vsGalla
  • Specialized
5 8.8

A swelling on a plant caused by insects or disease

is limited to growths on leaves or stems caused by insects, mites, or fungi

Surface Forms

Galla singular
Gallae plural

Etymology

Galla comes from the Latin word galla, which meant 'oak-apple' or a round swelling on a plant that people once used for ink and dye. So a Galla is still a plant growth or swelling made by insects, mites, or fungi.