actinocarpic

/æk.tɪ.noʊ.kɑrpɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having flowers borne singly on long stalks or peduncles, and not in a cluster or cyme.

“The botanist studied the unique actinocarpic flowers of the rare plant species.”

2. noun

A plant that has actinocarpic flowers.

“The actinocarpic genus is found in tropical regions and is prized for its exotic flowers.”

Synonyms

  • actinomorphous
  • solitary-flowered

Antonyms

  • cluster-flowered
  • cymose