ANDROGYNOPHORE Meaning and
Definition
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An androgynophore is a botanical term that refers to a specialized structure found in certain plant species. It is defined as a stalk or column that bears both male (stamens) and female (carpels) reproductive parts in a single flower, allowing the plant to be self-fertilizing. The term is derived from the combination of two words: "androgynous," meaning having both male and female characteristics, and "phore," meaning a stalk or support.
In plants possessing an androgynophore, the male reproductive organs, represented by stamens with anthers that produce pollen grains, are located at the top of the column, while the female organs, represented by carpels containing stigmas to receive pollen grains, are positioned below them. This arrangement allows for efficient self-pollination, as the pollen can easily fall from the anthers onto the stigma without the need for external agents such as insects or wind.
The androgynophore can vary in length and shape depending on the species and is considered a unique adaptation for successful reproduction in certain plants. It is particularly common in the plant family Malvaceae, which includes species such as hollyhocks and mallows. The presence of an androgynophore offers advantages in environments where pollinators may be scarce or unreliable, ensuring that these plants can reproduce even under challenging conditions.
Common Misspellings for ANDROGYNOPHORE
- zndrogynophore
- sndrogynophore
- wndrogynophore
- qndrogynophore
- abdrogynophore
- amdrogynophore
- ajdrogynophore
- ahdrogynophore
- ansrogynophore
- anxrogynophore
- ancrogynophore
- anfrogynophore
- anrrogynophore
- anerogynophore
- andeogynophore
- anddogynophore
- andfogynophore
- andtogynophore
- and5ogynophore
- and4ogynophore
Etymology of ANDROGYNOPHORE
The word "androgynophore" can be divided into two parts: "andro-" and "-gynophore".
The prefix "andro-" comes from the Greek word "andrós", which means "man" or "male". It is commonly used as a combining form to refer to male-related concepts or characteristics, such as "androgyny" (having both male and female characteristics) or "andrology" (the study of male health and diseases).
The suffix "-gynophore" comes from the Greek word "gynophóros", which combines "gyné" meaning "woman" or "female" and "-phoros" meaning "bearer" or "carrier". A "gynophore" refers to a stalk or column that supports female reproductive structures in certain plants, such as flowers or fruits.
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