Definitions

1. adjective

Self-fertile, especially in plants; capable of producing viable offspring without cross-pollination.

“The autogamous plant species thrived in the greenhouse.”

2. adjective

Involving or requiring self-fertilization, especially in the production of offspring.

“The geneticist studied the autogamous reproduction of the rare orchid.”

3. noun

A self-fertile plant, especially one that produces viable offspring without cross-pollination.

“The gardener cultivated several autogamous plants in her garden.”