amphigamous

/æmˈfɪɡəməs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a male reproductive organ on the underside of the flower, and a female reproductive organ on the underside of a different flower, as in some species of orchids.

“Some species of orchids are amphigamous, with both male and female reproductive organs on different flowers.”

2. noun

A plant that is amphigamous.

“The amphigamous orchids are found in the tropical regions of Asia.”

Synonyms

  • diandrous
  • heterostyled

Antonyms

  • homostyled
  • monomorphic