Translation guide
In botany and zoology, a pedicel is a small stalk or stem that supports a single flower, fruit, or other structure. This guide covers the main Japanese terms used in these contexts.
The stalk that attaches a single flower or fruit to the main stem or inflorescence.
A narrow stalk connecting body parts in certain animals, such as the waist of an ant or the stalk of a barnacle.
General term for a stalk-like part in zoology. Can be used for pedicel in ants, barnacles, etc.
The term 小花梗 (しょうかこう) exists but is rarely used in modern Japanese botany. 花柄 or 小花柄 are preferred.
In everyday conversation about flowers, 花柄 is sufficient. In technical papers, distinguish between 花柄 (flower stalk) and 小花柄 (floret stalk) when necessary.
The pedicel of this flower is very short.
Literally 'small flower stalk', used specifically for the stalk of a floret in a compound inflorescence (e.g., in Asteraceae or Apiaceae). More technical.
The pedicels of Apiaceae are often inconspicuous.
Specifically the stalk of a fruit. Used when the pedicel persists and supports the fruit after flowering.
Ripe fruits detach easily from the pedicel.
The pedicel of an ant connects the abdomen and thorax.
Specifically the pedicel (waist) of hymenopterans like ants and wasps. Literally 'abdominal stalk'.
The pedicel of this ant consists of two segments.
Used for the fleshy stalk of barnacles (goose barnacles, etc.). Literally 'flesh stalk'.
The pedicel of goose barnacles is edible.