Gynostemium
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gynostemium is a noun meaning (botany) A reproductive structure, in some plants, formed by fusion of the stamens and pistil.
Meaning
(botany) A reproductive structure, in some plants, formed by fusion of the stamens and pistil.
Example Sentences
For the expression of MADS-box genes, mature flowers were dissected into their individual floral organs (sepals, petals, labellums and gynostemiums).
Word Forms
- gynostemia
- gynostemiums
Synonyms for gynostemium
Depending on context, synonyms include column.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gynandrium, gynostegium, column, gynophore, gynostemiums, gynoecium.
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