Septal unit head

  • Title

    Septal unit head

  • Definition

    The expanded apical part of a septal unit which includes the head proper and many include two septal unit head extensions.

  • Notes

    One-half of the septal unit is derived from one carpel and the other is derived from the adjacent carpel.

  • Related Terms

    Septum (pl. = septa)

    Septal unit

    Septal unit stalk

    Septal unit head extension

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