Carpocephala

/ˌkɑːrpoʊˈsɛfələ/ noun

Definition

A botanical term referring to a head-like fruit formation or cluster where multiple fruits are grouped together.

Etymology

From Greek 'karpos' (fruit) + 'kephale' (head). The term describes fruits that form in head-like clusters, like a capitulum.

Kelly Says

Some plants group their fruits together to look like one big head—it's a visual trick that makes them more attractive to seed-dispersing animals.

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