Determinate inflorescence
A cymose inflorescence. Drawing by Bobbi Angell.
Creator(s): B. Angell
Description: A dichasial cyme. Note that the terminal flowers are anthesis while the lateral flowers are still in bud.
Rights: Rights reside with creator, otherwise property of NYBG.
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Title
Determinate inflorescence
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Definition
A type of inflorescence in which the terminal or central flower opens first; for example in cymes.
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