Anther dehiscence lateral

• Title

  Anther dehiscence lateral

• Definition

  Anthers that dehisce by lateral slits.

• Notes

  In New World Lecythidaceae, all species (except those of Gustavia which have poricidal anther dehiscence) have lateral anther dehiscence.

• Related Terms

  Anther

  Anther dehiscence poricidal

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