petalody (Meaning)
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petalody (n.)
The metamorphosis of various floral organs, usually stamens, into petals.
Synonyms & Antonyms of petalody
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petalody Sentence Examples
- The excessive development of petals is known as petalody, transforming floral organs into colorful displays.
- Petalody occurs when stamens or carpels mutate and take on the appearance of flower petals.
- The petaloid sepals of certain rose cultivars lend them an exquisite, multifaceted charm.
- In some double-flowered cultivars, petalody obscures the reproductive structures, reducing fruit production.
- The scientific study of petalody has uncovered genetic mechanisms regulating petal development and identity.
- Petalody can be induced artificially through genetic engineering or environmental factors, leading to novel horticultural varieties.
- Researchers investigate petalody to gain insights into plant evolution and the regulation of floral symmetry.
- The ephemeral beauty of petaloid flowers attracts pollinators, ensuring the continuation of plant species.
- In certain species, petalody is a natural defense mechanism, deterring herbivores from consuming reproductive organs.
- By understanding the genetic basis of petalody, scientists can create tailored ornamental plants with remarkable floral displays.
FAQs About the word petalody
The metamorphosis of various floral organs, usually stamens, into petals.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The excessive development of petals is known as petalody, transforming floral organs into colorful displays.
Petalody occurs when stamens or carpels mutate and take on the appearance of flower petals.
The petaloid sepals of certain rose cultivars lend them an exquisite, multifaceted charm.
In some double-flowered cultivars, petalody obscures the reproductive structures, reducing fruit production.
