apomixis

/æpəˈmɪksɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of asexual reproduction in plants, where seeds are produced without fertilization by pollen.

“The plant’s ability to reproduce through apomixis allowed it to spread quickly and dominate the surrounding area.”

Synonyms

  • asexual reproduction
  • vegetative propagation

Antonyms

  • cross-pollination
  • sexual reproduction