trigyn

/ˈtrɪɡɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or producing three stigmas or styles in the flower.

“The botanist was particularly interested in the trigyn flowers of the rare orchid species.”

2. noun

A plant with three stigmas or styles in the flower.

“The trigyn specimen was carefully examined by the team of botanists.”

Synonyms

  • tristyl
  • tristylous

Antonyms

  • monogynous
  • monostylous