Definitions for: Peltate

[adj] of a leaf shape; round, with the stem attached near the center of the lower surface rather than the margin (as a nasturtium leaf for example)

Webster (1913) Definition: Pel"tate, Peltated Pel"ta*ted, a. [Cf. F. pelt['e].
See Pelta.]
Shield-shaped; scutiform; (Bot.) having the stem or support
attached to the lower surface, instead of at the base or
margin; -- said of a leaf or other organ. -- Pel"tate*ly,
adv.

Synonyms: shield-shaped, simple, unsubdivided

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