Corm
A corm is a short, swollen underground stem, usually of monocot plants, that stores food reserves to enable the plant to survive winter or other adverse weather. They may be surrounded by protective skins or tunics. The corms can often be dug up and used to propagate or distribute the plant. They are often similar in appearance to bulbs, and are often called by that name.Cultivated plants that form corms include;
See also rhizomes.
