eucarpous

/juːˈkɑːrpəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a single carpel in the flower, or an ovary formed from a single carpel.

“The plant is eucarpous, which differentiates it from its monocarpous relatives.”

2. noun

A eucarpous plant or a plant with eucarpous flowers.

“The eucarpous flora in the region is diverse and vibrant.”

Synonyms

  • monocarpellary
  • monocarpous

Antonyms

  • dicarpous
  • polycarpous