Hermaphroditic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of or relating to monoclinous plants.
Classification
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Examples
- Hermaphroditic flowers, which have both male and female reproductive organs, are typical of most fruit trees.
- The hermaphroditic nature of the flowers allows for self-pollination and increases the chances of seed production.
- In botany, a hermaphroditic plant is one that has flowers containing both male and female reproductive parts.
- Some plants, such as squash and melons, have hermaphroditic flowers that are particularly beneficial for seed production.
- Certain hermaphroditic plant species, like cucumbers and zucchini, are commonly grown in gardens for their edible fruits.
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Meaning 2
Of animal or plant; having both male female reproductive organs.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Some species of earthworms are hermaphroditic, having both testes and ovaries but still requiring cross-fertilization.
- Hermaphroditic flowers, also known as perfect flowers, contain both male and female reproductive organs in the same flower.
- While some snails are hermaphroditic, they often still require a mate to fertilize their eggs.
- Certain species of mushrooms, like the oyster mushroom, can be hermaphroditic, containing both male and female reproductive structures.
- In some species of flatworms, hermaphroditic individuals can fertilize their own eggs, but cross-fertilization can still occur.