gynaecophore (Meaning)

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gynaecophore (n.)

A ventral canal or groove, in which the males of some di/cious trematodes carry the female. See Illust. of Haematozoa.

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The gynecophore is the central column of a flower that supports the flower's female reproductive organs.
The gynecophore is typically a hollow structure that allows for the passage of the pollen tube.
The length and shape of the gynecophore can vary significantly across different plant species.
In some flowers, the gynecophore may be reduced or absent, resulting in the female reproductive organs being directly attached to the flower base.
The gynecophore provides structural support and protection for the developing fruit and seeds.
The gynecophore may also secrete chemical compounds that attract pollinators and inhibit seed predation.
The gynecophore is an important floral structure for plant reproduction and contributes to the plant's overall reproductive success.
The evolution of the gynecophore has been driven by selective pressures that favor increased seed production and dispersal.
The ginecophore can also influence the positioning of the fruit and seeds, affecting their accessibility to animals and other dispersal agents.
By understanding the structure and function of the gynecophore, scientists can gain insights into plant reproductive strategies and improve crop production practices.

A ventral canal or groove, in which the males of some di/cious trematodes carry the female. See Illust. of Haematozoa.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The gynecophore is the central column of a flower that supports the flower's female reproductive organs.

The gynecophore is typically a hollow structure that allows for the passage of the pollen tube.

The length and shape of the gynecophore can vary significantly across different plant species.

In some flowers, the gynecophore may be reduced or absent, resulting in the female reproductive organs being directly attached to the flower base.