Word for Seed Germination

What word is used for seed germination in which the first leaves appear above ground?

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#1 Comment By Heather On 07/11/2011 @ 8:53 am

I think the word you are looking for is Epigeal.

#2 Comment By doccat5 On 07/13/2011 @ 8:45 am

Those are called cotyledon leaves.

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