Angiocarpous

/ˌændʒioʊˈkɑrpəs/ adjective

Definition

Having fruits or spore structures that develop completely enclosed within a protective covering or outer layer.

Etymology

Greek 'angeion' (vessel) + 'karpos' (fruit) + '-ous' (adjective suffix). This is the adjectival form of angiocarpy, used in botanical descriptions since the mid-1800s.

Kelly Says

This is basically the scientific way of saying a plant or fungus keeps its fruits hidden away like a secret—completely wrapped up until they're fully mature and ready to release!

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