rhachilla (Meaning)

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rhachilla (n.)

A branch of inflorescence; the zigzag axis on which the florets are arranged in the spikelets of grasses.

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

The rhachilla of the grass spikelet supports the spikelets, providing structural stability.
In the flowering head of an Asteraceae plant, the rhachilla is the central axis that bears the florets.
Variations in the morphology of the rhachilla play a crucial role in the identification of different species in the Poaceae family.
The rhachilla of a fern frond is the central axis that divides the leaf into segments.
The disarticulation of the rhachilla is a distinctive characteristic of some grass species, resulting in the separation of spikelets.
The rhachilla in inflorescences can exhibit various arrangements, including spicate, racemose, and paniculate forms.
The rhachilla of the inflorescence in Compositae is a receptacle, providing a common base for the attachment of numerous florets.
The density and appearance of the rhachilla in a plant species can provide insights into its ecological adaptation and reproductive strategy.
The study of rhachilla architecture can contribute to understanding the evolution and diversification of plant groups.
The rhachilla is an essential component of reproductive structures in plants, serving as a platform for the development and dispersal of gametes and seeds.

A branch of inflorescence; the zigzag axis on which the florets are arranged in the spikelets of grasses.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The rhachilla of the grass spikelet supports the spikelets, providing structural stability.

In the flowering head of an Asteraceae plant, the rhachilla is the central axis that bears the florets.

Variations in the morphology of the rhachilla play a crucial role in the identification of different species in the Poaceae family.

The rhachilla of a fern frond is the central axis that divides the leaf into segments.