Plants & Trees Crossword Puzzles: Free Printable and Online

Explore the diverse and vital world of plants and trees. Discover botanical wonders, ecological roles, and unique species, perfect for enriching crossword puzzles with natural insights.

Print any plants & trees crossword below, download it as a PDF, or play it online. Free, and no signup is needed to play.

10 puzzles, click Print on any puzzle below

WATER TRANSPORT IN PLANTS

Medium · 11×11 · 12 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

Across

  1. 1. Upright conduit between the underground system and leaves
  2. 2. Protective jacket enclosing a tree trunk's outer layers
  3. 8. Phase shift from liquid to vapor driving the transpirational engine
  4. 9. Microscopic root outgrowth maximizing intake area
  5. 10. Fluid carried through a tree's vascular highway
  6. 11. Rigid internal pressure that keeps non-woody plants upright

Down

  1. 1. Continuous inner pathway of living cytoplasm linked by plasmodesmata
  2. 3. Attraction between sap and hydrophilic conduit walls
  3. 4. Outer cellular boundary mediating liquid exchange with surroundings
  4. 5. Single mouth-like opening that breathes and sweats
  5. 6. Rigid polymer that reinforces conduits against collapse
  6. 7. Non-living pathway where fluids travel through cell walls and intercellular spaces

Print pack

Print a set, not just a sheet

Two or four versions of this puzzle with different layouts, a separate answer key for each, your own header line, and no Grid Genius footer.

Your first worksheet, answer key, and play link stay free. The pack is the extra.

Plants and Trees

Easy · 11×11 · 14 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

Across

  1. 1. A woody part of a tree that grows out from the trunk
  2. 6. A flower or blossom on a plant
  3. 8. A plant or tree that keeps its green leaves all year round
  4. 11. A tall plant with a very large yellow flower head
  5. 12. The small hardy part of a plant from which a new one can grow
  6. 13. One of the brightly colored outer parts of a flower

Down

  1. 2. The underground part of a plant that absorbs water and nutrients
  2. 3. A small plant with three round leaves on each stem
  3. 4. The colored part of a plant that produces seeds
  4. 5. A tree valued for its sweet sap used to make syrup
  5. 7. The main woody stem of a tree
  6. 9. The thin sharp leaf of a pine tree
  7. 10. A tiny green plant that grows in dense carpets in damp places
  8. 11. The main stalk of a plant that supports leaves and flowers

Desert Plants

Easy · 5×5 · 5 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5

Across

  1. 4. A desert plant with stiff, sword-shaped leaves.
  2. 5. The main body of a cactus that stores water.

Down

  1. 1. The type of climate where these plants thrive.
  2. 2. A spiny shrub with long, whip-like branches.
  3. 3. A tree often found at desert oases.

Plants and Trees

Easy · 11×11 · 16 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Across

  1. 2. Tree with thin papery white bark
  2. 5. Evergreen tree with needles and cones
  3. 6. Small object from which a new plant grows
  4. 8. Common coniferous tree used for Christmas
  5. 12. Large tree that produces acorns
  6. 13. Part of the plant that grows underground
  7. 14. Green plants that cover lawns and fields
  8. 15. Tropical tree with large fan-shaped leaves

Down

  1. 1. The main stalk of a plant
  2. 2. A low plant with many branches
  3. 3. Fragrant evergreen used to make chests
  4. 4. Fruit tree often found in orchards
  5. 7. The protective outer layer of a tree trunk
  6. 9. The colorful part of a flower head
  7. 10. Tree famous for its pink spring blossoms
  8. 11. Flower with a yellow center and white petals

Plants & Trees

Easy · 7×7 · 7 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6

Across

  1. 1. A tree with thin white peeling bark
  2. 3. The brightly colored part of a flower
  3. 5. A large tree that produces acorns
  4. 6. A green plant with feathery fronds and no flowers

Down

  1. 2. The underground part of a plant that absorbs water
  2. 3. An evergreen tree with needles instead of leaves
  3. 4. The flat green part of a plant that grows from a stem

Plants & Trees

Easy · 7×7 · 8 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6

Across

  1. 1. The underground part of a plant that absorbs water
  2. 3. The main body or stalk of a plant or shrub
  3. 5. A common hardwood tree that produces acorns
  4. 6. A flower with a yellow center and white petals

Down

  1. 1. A popular garden flower known for its thorns and scent
  2. 2. The thick main wooden stem of a tree
  3. 3. The small part of a plant from which a new one grows
  4. 4. A tiny green plant that grows in thick soft clumps

Plants & Trees

Easy · 7×7 · 7 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6

Across

  1. 2. Main vertical stalk of a blooming flower
  2. 5. The collective leafy parts of a plant or forest
  3. 6. Evergreen tree that produces needles and cones

Down

  1. 1. Flat green part that grows from a plant stalk
  2. 2. Very young tree that has recently sprouted
  3. 3. Large woodland tree that drops hard acorns
  4. 4. Colorful outer part of a blooming blossom

Plants & Trees

Medium · 11×11 · 17 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14

Across

  1. 2. A non-flowering plant that reproduces by spores, recognized by its fronds.
  2. 4. The collective leaves of a plant or tree.
  3. 5. A coniferous tree distinguished by its needles and cones.
  4. 8. A fast-growing Australian tree, valued for its oil and timber.
  5. 11. The fine, powdery substance transferred by bees, vital for plant reproduction.
  6. 12. A grand, classic shade tree often found in avenues.
  7. 13. An evergreen tree, often associated with ancient churchyards.
  8. 14. An embryonic plant enclosed in a protective outer covering.

Down

  1. 1. An elegant, often trumpet-shaped flower.
  2. 2. A sweet, fleshy fruit from a temperate tree.
  3. 3. A plant that climbs or trails, often found on trellises.
  4. 4. A vast area dominated by a dense growth of trees and underbrush.
  5. 5. A colorful, often delicate part of a flower.
  6. 6. Sturdy timber tree, often producing acorns.
  7. 7. A conifer known for its small, scale-like leaves and often conical shape.
  8. 9. The main stem or supporting axis of an herbaceous plant.
  9. 10. A classic garden flower, famous for its thorns and fragrance.

Plants & Trees

Medium · 11×11 · 15 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

Across

  1. 1. Classic symbol of romance with hidden defenses
  2. 3. Woody plant smaller than a typical tree
  3. 4. Collective green canopy of a forest
  4. 6. Climbing plant that covers old university buildings
  5. 8. Towering giant of the Californian coast
  6. 10. Hard-shelled nut that feeds foraging squirrels
  7. 11. Evergreen with needles and cones
  8. 12. Ancient plant that reproduces via spores
  9. 13. Neat and trim coniferous tree

Down

  1. 1. Hidden anchor seeking water and nutrients
  2. 2. Highly prized exotic tropical flower
  3. 3. Massive conifer named after a Cherokee scholar
  4. 5. Botanical that grows along the ground or up walls
  5. 7. Succulent adapted to harsh desert life
  6. 9. The massive main stem of a timber

Plants & Trees

Medium · 11×11 · 16 words
Play online →
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Across

  1. 2. Stately street liner heavily devastated by a specific fungal disease.
  2. 5. Towering crop that famously tracks the sun across the sky.
  3. 6. Climbing evergreen vine that traditionally covers old academic halls.
  4. 8. Persistent yellow yard weed whose seeds scatter on the breeze.
  5. 12. Fleshy houseplant widely cultivated for its soothing medicinal gel.
  6. 13. Central structural axis that supports a plant's buds and foliage.
  7. 14. Evergreen conifer known for its refreshing scent and sharp needles.
  8. 15. Mighty timber source that originates from a humble acorn.

Down

  1. 1. Spring bulb that once triggered a historic Dutch economic frenzy.
  2. 3. Elegant, trumpet-shaped perennial popular in spring bouquets.
  3. 4. Woody perennial smaller than a tree, commonly used in hedges.
  4. 5. Broad-leaved giant easily identified by its mottled, flaky trunk.
  5. 7. Towering redwood species ranking among the tallest living things.
  6. 9. Highly prized, exotic bloom requiring delicate care.
  7. 10. Classic composite flower featuring white petals around a yellow disk.
  8. 11. Romantic, fragrant blossom famously guarded by sharp thorns.
Get AI Hints in the AppGet it on Google PlayPlay Plants & Trees Online

Make your own Plants & Trees crossword

Turn your own word list into a crossword with the free Grid Genius maker. Print it with an answer key or share a playable link with your class. No account needed.

Make your own Plants & Trees crossword

Related Printable Crossword Topics

AnimalsBirdsDinosaursInsectsMountainsNational ParksOcean LifeRainforestsRivers & LakesVolcanoes & EarthquakesWeather & ClimateNature

Plants & Trees Crossword FAQ

Is this Plants & Trees crossword puzzle free?

Yes. Every Plants & Trees crossword on this page is free. You can print it, download it as a PDF, or play it online without paying anything or creating an account.

Can I print the Plants & Trees crossword?

Yes. Click Print on any puzzle for a print-ready page with the grid, the clues, and a name and date line, or use Download to save it as a PDF, PNG, or JPEG for photocopying. The PDF download includes a filled answer key on the last page for grading.

Can students play these crosswords online?

Yes. Every puzzle has a Play online link that opens in the browser on any device. No app install and no signup is needed to play, which makes it easy to share with a class.

Can I make my own Plants & Trees crossword?

Yes. The free Grid Genius crossword maker builds a puzzle from your own words and clues, with a printable grid and answer key. The Grid Genius app can also generate a complete crossword from any topic you type.

Play Plants & Trees online|All printable topics|Browse all topics