Anisocarpic

/ænˌɪsoʊˈkɑrpɪk/ adjective

Definition

Producing fruits of unequal size or form on the same plant.

Etymology

From Greek aniso- (unequal) combined with -carp (from Greek karpos, fruit) and -ic. Botanists use this term to describe the natural variation in fruit structure within a single plant.

Kelly Says

Some plants intentionally make different-sized fruits—the bigger ones travel farther by water or wind, while smaller ones stay local, essentially giving the plant a diversity strategy for spreading its seeds.

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