underground stem; rhizome
Botanical term for stems that grow horizontally underground, such as rhizomes, tubers, and corms. Contrasts with 地上茎 (above-ground stem).
See also: 地上茎
Bamboo spreads by underground stems.
この植物の地下茎は食用になる。
The underground stem of this plant is edible.
Compound of 地下 (underground) and 茎 (stem).