Term:
Hypogynium
Hypogynium
Definition:
A disc or cuplike structure below the ovary of some Cyperaceae.
A disc or cuplike structure below the ovary of some Cyperaceae.
Glossary Details:
Title: An achene of a species of Cyperaceae. Drawing by B. Agnell.
Description: An achene of a species of Cyperaceae. Note the hyypogynium surrounding the base of the achene. In this case the margin of the hypogynium is fimbriate.