👉 Trophophorous is a term used in plant biology and botany to describe a type of leaf that grows on top of a host plant, often an aquatic plant. These leaves are known as "trophicophores" because they're found on top of the host plants' roots or rhizomes. This arrangement allows for better access to nutrients by allowing water and air to reach the leaves directly from the soil. Trophophorous leaves have a unique surface called a petiole,
