Relating to a seed or ovule that is bent or curved with the micropyle (opening) located at the side.
From Greek 'amphi-' (around) and 'tropal' (from tropos, turning), describing seeds with curved or bent orientation.
Amphitropal seeds are common in flowering plants—their curved shape allows them to fit efficiently in seed pods, like sardines packed in a can.
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