epigynous
(of flowers) having all floral parts conjoint and generally divergent from the ovary at or near its summit.
(of stamens, petals, etc.) having the parts so arranged.
Origin of epigynous
1Other words from epigynous
- e·pig·y·ny, noun
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How to use epigynous in a sentence
In Monocotyledons a similar advance from hypogyny to epigyny is observed, and from the dorsiventral to the radial type of flower.
British Dictionary definitions for epigynous
/ (ɪˈpɪdʒɪnəs) /
(of flowers) having the receptacle enclosing and fused with the gynoecium so that the other floral parts arise above it
Origin of epigynous
1Derived forms of epigynous
- epigyny, noun
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Scientific definitions for epigynous
[ ĭ-pĭj′ə-nəs ]
Having floral parts (such as the petals and stamens) attached to or near the upper part of the ovary, as in the flower of the apple, cucumber, or daffodil. Compare hypogynous perigynous.
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