Term:
Umbonate
Umbonate
Definition:
Referring to a structure, such as a fruit apex, that possesses an umbo.
Referring to a structure, such as a fruit apex, that possesses an umbo.
Glossary Details:
Title: Immature fruit of Eschweilera jacquelyniae. Photo by F. Hernandez (PMA).
Description: Immature fruit of Eschweilera jacquelyniae based on F. Hernández 828 from Cerro Jefe, Panama, Panama. Note the distinctive umbo in the middle of the operculum.