What is "enation"

Enation \E*na"tion\, n. (Bot.) Any unusual outgrowth from the surface of a thing, as of a petal; also, the capacity or act of producing such an outgrowth.

n. 1 (context botany English) A small outgrowth on the surface of a plant organ. 2 (context botany uncountable English) The generation of such an outgrowth.

1. n. line of descent traced through the maternal side of the family [syn: matrilineage, cognation]

2. a natural projection or outgrowth from a plant body or organ [syn: plant process]

Enations are scaly leaflike structures, differing from leaves in their lack of vascular tissue. They are created by some leaf diseases. Also found on some early plants such as Rhynia, where they are hypothesized to aid in photosynthesis.

Enation is an American independent rock band formed in Battle Ground, Washington, in 2002. In 2014 they changed their official name to Jonathan Jackson + Enation and released their fourth studio album "Radio Cinematic" through Loud & Proud Records. The band currently resides in Nashville, TN.