polycotyledonary Synonyms

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polycotyledonary Meaning

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polycotyledonary (a.)

Having the villi of the placenta collected into definite patches, or cotyledons.

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Having the villi of the placenta collected into definite patches, or cotyledons.

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Polycotyledonary plants exhibit an unusual trait of possessing multiple cotyledons, exceeding the typical number of two.

Examples of polycotyledonary species include walnuts, pecans, and macadamia nuts, which have three or more cotyledons.

The polycotyledonary nature of these plants is an adaptation that supports their germination and early growth.

Studies have shown that polycotyledonary plants exhibit enhanced seedling vigor and tolerance to environmental stresses.