monosperm

/mɒnɒˈspɛrm/

Definitions

1. noun

A spore produced by a plant that is usually single and undivided.

“The rare species of orchid produced a monosperm, which germinated into a healthy seedling.”

2. noun

A single pollen grain, especially one that is capable of fertilization.

“The monosperm landed on the stigma, initiating the fertilization process in the plant.”

Synonyms

  • single spore
  • undivided spore

Antonyms

  • bisporic spore
  • multisporic