Definition

A part of a flower that is a modified stamen, which does not produce pollen and is often non-functional.

Example

The staminodium in this flower is an interesting feature that adds to its unique appearance.

Conversation

I was reading about plants and came across the term staminodium today.

Oh really? What does it mean?

It refers to an abortive stamen or something that's not fully developed.

That sounds interesting! I never knew there were so many terms in botany.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'staminodium' is derived from 'stamen' (from Latin, meaning thread or filament) and '-odium' (from Greek 'odion', meaning little or diminutive). The term refers to a small filament or thread-like structure, often used in botanical contexts to describe parts of flowers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stamen' as a thread-like part of a flower, and '-odium' as indicating something small. This helps you remember that 'staminodium' refers to a small thread-like structure in plants.

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