BIPAROUS CYME Meaning and
Definition
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A biparous cyme refers to an inflorescence structure found in flowering plants, where two lateral branches arise from a single main axis or peduncle. The term "biparous" indicates the occurrence of two branches, while "cyme" refers to the specific type of inflorescence.
In a biparous cyme, the peduncle or main axis bears two branches at the same level, resulting in a dichotomous arrangement. These lateral branches themselves may further divide into additional smaller branches, forming a complex branching pattern. Each branch terminates in a flower or a cluster of flowers.
This type of inflorescence is commonly seen in various plant families, such as the Asteraceae, Lamiaceae, and Ranunculaceae. The arrangement of flowers in a biparous cyme provides a visually appealing symmetrical structure.
The biparous cyme is a type of determinate inflorescence, meaning that the main axis terminates in a flower or bud, and further growth does not occur beyond this point. As the plant continues to grow, new biparous cymes may arise from the axils of leaves or lateral branches.
This inflorescence type is significant in plant taxonomy and identification, as it can help differentiate between different plant species and families. The biparous cyme is just one of the many diverse inflorescence structures observed in the plant kingdom, showcasing the remarkable variations in plant reproductive strategies.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for BIPAROUS CYME
- viparous cyme
- niparous cyme
- hiparous cyme
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Etymology of BIPAROUS CYME
The term "biparous cyme" is a botanical term used to describe a type of inflorescence (arrangement of flowers on a stem). The word "biparous" is derived from the Latin word "bi-" meaning "two" and "parus" meaning "bearing" or "producing". In botanical terms, "biparous" indicates that each level of a branching structure has two branches.
The word "cyme" comes from the Latin word "cyma", which means "top shoot" or "sprout". In botany, a cyme refers to a flat-topped or convex inflorescence where the central flower opens first, followed by the lateral flowers in a centrifugal manner.
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