Aetheogamic

/ˌɛθioʊɡəˈmɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by reproduction through airborne dispersal of spores or seeds; describing organisms that spread their genetic material via air currents.

Etymology

From 'aetheogam' plus '-ic' suffix. This botanical term describes reproductive strategies that depend on aerial transport.

Kelly Says

Aetheogamic plants solved a major problem: how to find mates when you're rooted to the ground—the answer is to literally throw your genes into the wind and hope.

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