Infructescence (Noun)
Meaning
The fruiting stage of the inflorescence.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The infructescence of the mulberry tree consists of a cluster of small fruits that resemble a single fruit.
- After the flowers have been pollinated, the inflorescence develops into an infructescence, producing a group of mature fruits.
- The infructescence of the pineapple plant is formed by the fusion of multiple flowers and their fleshy bracts.
- In some plant species, the infructescence can persist long after the fruits have been dispersed, providing a clue to the plant's reproductive history.
- The shape and structure of the infructescence can be an important characteristic for identifying certain plant species.