cleistocarp

/sleɪstoʊˈkɑrp/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fruit or seed pod that opens by itself, typically at maturity, without the need for external action.

“The biologist studied the cleistocarp of the rare plant species, noting its unique characteristics.”

Synonyms

  • capsule
  • dehiscent

Antonyms

  • involucrate