octogynian

/ɒkˈtɒdʒɪnɪən/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or having eight stigmas in the anther of a flower, especially in the family Liliaceae.

“The botanist noted the octogynian structure of the orchid’s anther.”

2. noun

A plant with eight stigmas in the anther, especially in the family Liliaceae.

“The rare octogynian orchid was discovered in the remote forest.”

Synonyms

  • heterostyled
  • stigmatic

Antonyms

  • monogynian
  • monostyled