Perigynium
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /pɛɹɪˈd͡ʒɪnɪəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perigynium is a noun meaning (botany) A specialized sheath-like bract that surrounds the ovary or fruit of some flowering plants, especially those in the family Cyperaceae (sedges); utricle.
Meaning
(botany) A specialized sheath-like bract that surrounds the ovary or fruit of some flowering plants, especially those in the family Cyperaceae (sedges); utricle.
Word Forms
- perigynia
- perigyne
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include perigonium, perigyny, paraperigonium, gynophore, perigon, periclinium.
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