autoecous

/ɔːtəˈuːkəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having seeds that develop without fertilization

“The autoecous flowers in the garden were attracting pollinators.”

2. noun

A plant that produces seeds without fertilization

“The botanist studied the different types of autoecous plants in the region.”

Synonyms

  • parthenocarpic
  • parthenogenetic

Antonyms

  • allogenic
  • heterocarpic