Bracteole (adj. = bracteolate)

  • Title

    Bracteole (adj. = bracteolate)

  • Definition

    A small bract usually inserted on the pedicel. In the Lecythidaceae bbracteoles usually are in pairs inserted on pedicels.

  • Notes

    In Lecythidaceae bracteoles are paired and always associated with the pedicel and placed above the bract and below the articulation of the pedicel with the hypanthium.

  • Related Terms

    Bract

  • Broader Terms

    Inflorescence

    Epiphyllous inflorescence

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