Term:
Peduncle
Peduncle
Definition:
The stalk of an inflorescence.
The stalk of an inflorescence.
Glossary Details:
Title: Inflorescences of a Piperaceae. Photo by S. A. Mori.
Description: Stems and inflorescences of Piper peltamum based on Mori et al. 25611 from Los Amigos conservation area, Madre de Dios, )Peru. The inflorescences are supported by secondary peduncles which are all, in turn, supported by a primary peduncle. This species used to be placed in Piper.