teleophore Antonyms
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Meaning of teleophore
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teleophore (n.)
Same as Gonotheca.
teleophore Sentence Examples
- The teleophore of the orchid releases pollinia, structures containing pollen grains, to enhance cross-pollination.
- The bird's long, curved beak serves as a specialized teleophore for extracting nectar from flowers.
- The sticky stigmatic disk on the teleophore of the iris plant traps pollen grains from visiting insects.
- Insects, such as moths, have specialized teleophores called mouthparts, which enable them to feed on specific plants.
- The wind-dispersed teleophores of dandelion seeds consist of modified sepals that act like parachutes.
- The thorny prickles on the teleophore of the rose plant deter herbivores from consuming the flower buds.
- The teleophore of the porcupine fish, known as a spine, provides defensive protection against predators.
- The fleshy aerial roots of the teleophore in certain epiphytic plants absorb moisture and nutrients from the air.
- The elongated sepals of the teleophore in some wild orchids form a hood-like structure that protects the reproductive structures.
- The unique teleophore shape of the pitcher plant attracts insects, which get trapped inside and become digested, providing the plant with nutrients.
FAQs About the word teleophore
Same as Gonotheca.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The teleophore of the orchid releases pollinia, structures containing pollen grains, to enhance cross-pollination.
The bird's long, curved beak serves as a specialized teleophore for extracting nectar from flowers.
The sticky stigmatic disk on the teleophore of the iris plant traps pollen grains from visiting insects.
Insects, such as moths, have specialized teleophores called mouthparts, which enable them to feed on specific plants.
