Cotyledons hypogeal

  • Title

    Cotyledons hypogeal

  • Definition

    A type of seed germination in which the cotyledons are retained below the ground.

  • Notes

    Neotropical Lecythidaceae do not have hypogeal cotyledons.

  • Related Terms

    Cotyledons

    Cotyledons epigeal

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