Definition

This term describes a type of flower structure where the sepals, petals, and stamens are arranged around a cup-like base that contains the ovary.

Example

The rose is an example of a plant with perigynous flowers, where the reproductive parts are positioned around the ovary.

Conversation

Did you know that some flowers are perigynous in structure?

Really? I didn't know that term before.

Yeah, it means their petals and stamens are around the ovary like in roses.

That’s interesting! I’ll have to look for perigynous flowers next time.

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Root Explanation

Perigynous → It is formed from "peri-" (meaning around) and "gynous" (from Greek "gynē", meaning woman or female). The term describes a floral structure where the stamens and other parts are situated around the ovary, which is characteristic of certain plants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'peri-' meaning 'around' and 'gynous' relating to 'female' — this helps you remember that 'perigynous' refers to structures surrounding the female part of a flower.

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