Cotyledons epigeal

  • Title

    Cotyledons epigeal

  • Definition

    At germination the cotyledons emerge from the seed coat above the ground.

  • Notes

    All neotropical Lecythidaceae have epigeal cotyledons.

  • Related Terms

    Cotyledons

    Cotyledons hypogeal

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