Campylospermous

/kæmpɪloʊˈspɜːrməs/ adjective

Definition

Describing seeds or plants that produce curved or bent seeds.

Etymology

From Greek 'kampylos' (curved), 'sperma' (seed), and '-ous' (adjective suffix), botanical terminology describing seed morphology and characteristics.

Kelly Says

Different seeds have evolved different curves and shapes because they need to wedge into soil, roll away from the parent plant, or fit into animal mouths for dispersal—evolution bent them on purpose.

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