"Plant physiology" refers to the study of how plants work and the processes that take place within them. It involves understanding how plants grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment. Full definition
Do you have any idea how important the science of plant physiology is to humankind? (deepclimate.org)
Those doing research in physiological aspects of ecology or in plant physiology often needed to take postdoctoral positions before they could find tenure - track faculty positions. (sciencemag.org)
Using carbon dioxide concentration as an experimental variable has proven valuable in answering more fundamental questions about plant physiology and the adaptation of plants to the environment. (sciencemag.org)