Definitions

1. noun

A plant that produces a fruit or seed, especially one that is dispersed by animals.

“The study of carpophytes led to a greater understanding of seed dispersal in tropical ecosystems.”

2. noun

A plant that produces a fruit or seed with adaptations for animal dispersal, such as a brightly colored or fleshy fruit.

“Many tropical plants are carpophytes, relying on animals to transport their seeds to new locations.”