What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
stoloniferous
Example
The strawberry plant is stoloniferous, spreading by producing runners that take root and form new plants. [stoloniferous: adjective]
Example
The creeping bentgrass is a stoloniferous grass that forms a dense mat of turf. [stoloniferous: adjective]
trailing
Example
The ivy is a trailing plant that grows along walls and fences. [trailing: adjective]
Example
The sweet potato vine is a trailing plant that can be grown in hanging baskets. [trailing: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Trailing is more commonly used than stoloniferous in everyday language. Trailing is a versatile term that can be used to describe various types of plants, while stoloniferous is a technical term used mainly in horticulture.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between stoloniferous and trailing?
Stoloniferous is a technical term used mainly in horticulture and is therefore more formal than trailing, which is a more common term used in everyday language and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
