Floret
(noun)
- A small flower or cluster of flowers, especially one in a head of cabbage or similar plant.
- A small floral branch or spray.
- A small flower or bloom.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from french, literally "little flower", from fleur.
Examples:
- The florets of the broccoli plant are edible.
- She arranged a floret of lavender in her hair.
- The floret was a beautiful shade of purple.
- The florets were tightly packed together in the head of the cauliflower.
- The floret was a symbol of love and friendship.