Term:
Synsepalous calyx
Synsepalous calyx
Definition:
Having sepals united for at least part of their length. Same as gamosepalous.
Having sepals united for at least part of their length. Same as gamosepalous.
Glossary Details:
Title: Sepal and petal fusion. Drawing by B. Angell.
Description: The flower on the left has free petals and fused sepals and the flower on the right has fused petals and free sepals. The flower on the right has exserted stamens.