Hawaii and California are the only two U.S. states that grow coffee plants commercially.
NYCTITROPISMS
NYCTITROPISM
Nyc*tit"ro*pism, n. [From Gr. , , night + to turn.] (Plant Physiol.)
Definition: The tendency of certain plant organs, as leaves, to assume special "sleeping" positions or make curvatures under the influence of darkness. It is well illustrated in the leaflets of clover and other leguminous plants.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”
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