Describing a plant that can reproduce both through self-fertilization and cross-fertilization with other plants.
From 'auto-' (self), 'allo-' (other), and 'gamous' (marrying/reproducing). This botanical term combines Greek roots to describe dual reproductive capability.
Many crops like wheat are autoallogamous, which is why farmers can save seeds from their harvest and still get good results—the plants are flexible about whether they fertilize themselves or with neighbors.
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