pe·lo·ri·a (p -lôr  -, -l r-)n. Unusual regularity in the form of a flower that is normally irregular. [New Latin, from Greek pel ros, monstrous, from pelr, monster; see kwer- in Indo-European roots.]pe·lor ic (-lôr k, -l r-) adj. |
peloria [pɛˈlɔːrɪə]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Botany) the abnormal production of actinomorphic flowers in a plant of a species that usually produces zygomorphic flowers
[via New Latin from Greek pelōros, from pelōr monster]
peloric [pɛˈlɔːrɪk -ˈlɒ-] adj
peloria
the phenomenon of a regular structure appearing as an abnormality in flowers which are usually irregular. Also called epanody. — peloric, pelorian, adj.
See also: FlowersWant to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|