xenogamous

/ˌzenoʊɡəˈmeɪəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or resulting from cross-fertilization, especially in plants.

“The xenogamous process led to the development of new plant species.”

2. noun

A plant that produces gametes of one sex only.

“The xenogamous plants were unable to reproduce on their own.”

3. noun

An organism that reproduces with another of a different species.

“The xenogamous relationship between the two species is still being studied.”

Synonyms

  • cross-fertilized
  • heterogamous
  • interbreeding

Antonyms

  • autogamous
  • self-fertilized