Primocane is a term used to describe the first-year growth of blackberries and raspberry plants. In some cases, primocane is also used to refer to the first-year cane of other types of cane fruits. Synonyms for primocane include first-year cane, new cane, and growth cane. Similarly, second-year cane, old cane, or fruiting cane are used to refer to the second-year growth that produces fruit. Other terms used in the context of blackberry and raspberry plants include floricanes, which are the mature fruiting canes, and lateral shoots, which are new shoots that emerge from the base of the plant. Understanding these different growth stages and their corresponding terms is essential for the successful cultivation and management of cane fruit plants.