Gynophore Explained

A gynophore is the stalk of certain flowers which supports the gynoecium (the ovule-producing part of a flower), elevating it above the branching points of other floral parts.[1]

Plant genera that have flowers with gynophores include Telopea, Peritoma arborea and Brachychiton.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: McCusker. Flora of Australia Glossary. Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage, and the Arts. 2010-04-20.
  2. Book: Debenham, C.. The Language of Botany. Society for Growing Australian Plants . Chipping Norton, NSW, Australia . 1971 . 0909830010.

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