perigynous

/ˌpɛrɪˈdʒaɪnəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to flowers in which the gynoecium is partially or wholly surrounded by the receptacle

“The perigynous flowers in the garden attracted a variety of pollinators.”

2. noun

a perigynous flower

“The perigynous flowers in the garden attracted a variety of pollinators.”

Synonyms

  • partially enclosed
  • perigynous-flowered

Antonyms

  • exigynous