1. grown in an abnormal, twisted, or deformed manner; not developed properly

Examples

• The misgrown tree had branches that curved awkwardly in all directions.
• The gardener removed the misgrown seedlings from the nursery bed.
• A misgrown fingernail can sometimes be corrected with proper care.
• The misgrown root system prevented the plant from absorbing enough water.
• Years of poor conditions left the forest with many misgrown and stunted trees.