Dehisce (dehiscent)

  • Title

    Dehisce (dehiscent)

  • Definition

    Splitting open at maturity, usually applied to a fruit that opens to release seeds but other structures, such as sporangia may also be called dehiscent.

  • Related Terms

    Indehiscent

    Dehisce (dehiscent)

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