noun
- the wood formed early in the growing season, characterized by large cells and thin walls
Usage: botany; forestry
Examples
- The springwood appears lighter in color than the denser summerwood.
- Tree rings show alternating bands of springwood and latewood.
- Springwood cells are larger to accommodate rapid spring growth.
- The contrast between springwood and summerwood creates visible growth rings.
- Foresters examine springwood formation to assess tree health.
- Springwood typically has thinner cell walls than wood formed later in the season.