Gamosepalous

/ɡæmoʊˈsɛpələs/ adjective

Definition

Describing flowers that have sepals fused or joined together into a single structure; having united sepals.

Etymology

From Greek 'gamos' (fusion) + Latin 'sepalum' (sepal) + '-ous' (having). Botanical classification term from 18th-19th century plant taxonomy.

Kelly Says

When sepals (the green leaf-like parts protecting flowers) fuse together, they create a sturdier protective cup that can withstand rain and wind better than separate pieces.

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