Term:
Ostiole
Ostiole
Definition:
The opening into the syconium (fig) of Ficus (Moraceae).
The opening into the syconium (fig) of Ficus (Moraceae).
Glossary Details:
Title: Fruits of Ficus nymphaeifolia. Photo by C. Gracie.
Description: Fruits and leaves of Ficus nymphaeifolia, based on Mori et al. 26973 from Saba, Netherlands Antilles. The brown spots at the apex of the syconium indicate the positions of the ostioles.