triandrous

/traɪˈæn.drəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or characterized by three stamens (male reproductive organs in a flower).

“The botanist noted that the rare orchid was triandrous, which made it unique among its species.”

2. noun

A plant having three stamens.

“The triandrous flower was a prized specimen in the botanical garden’s collection.”

Synonyms

  • tristyled
  • tristylous

Antonyms

  • polyandrous
  • polygynous