anthodium
/ænθoʊdiəm/Definitions
1. noun
A type of flower or inflorescence, especially one resembling a daisy or a composite flower.
“The botanical garden featured an impressive display of anemones and anthodiums.”
2. noun
A composite flower head, typically with a ring of outer flowers and a cluster of inner florets.
“The anthodium of the sunflower is a striking example of adaptation in nature.”