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Term Definition
Radially symmetrical Same as actinomorphic.
Radially symmetrical flower A flower, capable of being divided, by more than one line passing through the middle of the flower, into two equal parts that are mirror images of one another; e.g., in (Lecythidaceae), species of Myrtaceae, and species of Rubiaceae. Same as actinomorphic, polysymmetric, and regular flowers and opposite of zygomorphic, monosymmetric, bilateral, and irregular flowers. This term can refer to other plant parts as well. Flower of Gustavia brachycarpa. Photo by R. Aguilar.
Radially symmetrical pollen In the Malpighiaceae, referring to pollen with pores on the equator and colpi, if present, oriented at right angles to the equator. Flower of Gustavia brachycarpa. Photo by R. Aguilar.