Indeterminate inflorescence

  • Title

    Indeterminate inflorescence

  • Definition

    Referring to an inflorescences whose main axis continues to grow; i.e., is not terminated by a flower (e.g., a raceme or spike); also referring to the compound leaf of Guarea (Meliaceae) in which the tip of the rachis has the potential to continue growing

  • Related Terms

    Inflorescence

    Raceme

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