apomictic

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apomictic

An apomictic plant produces seeds without fertilization.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • (of reproduction) Not involving the fusion of male and female gametes in reproduction: Describes a biological reproductive process where offspring are produced without fertilization or the union of sperm and egg cells.
    • (of a plant) Reproducing by or relating to apomixis: Specifically refers to plants that produce seeds asexually, resulting in offspring that are genetically identical to the parent plant.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • Dandelions often exhibit apomictic reproduction, producing seeds without pollination.
    • The apomictic nature of this species allows it to spread rapidly in new environments.
    • Scientists are studying the apomictic process to understand asexual seed development.
Advanced Usage
  • "Apomictic species": A species that reproduces primarily or exclusively through apomixis.
    • Many invasive weeds are apomictic species, which contributes to their success.
  • "Apomictic embryo": An embryo that develops from an unfertilized egg cell or other somatic cells within the ovule.
    • The formation of an apomictic embryo bypasses the need for male gametes.
Variants and Related Words
  • Apomixis (n): The biological process of asexual reproduction, especially in plants, leading to seed production without fertilization.
    • Apomixis is a form of clonal reproduction through seeds.
  • Apomict (n): An organism, especially a plant, that reproduces by apomixis.
    • This dandelion is an apomict.
  • Apomictically (adv): In an apomictic manner.
    • The plant reproduces apomictically.
Synonyms
  • Asexual (in the context of reproduction): Involving a single parent without gamete fusion.
  • Parthenogenetic (specifically when an embryo develops from an unfertilized egg; a type of apomixis in animals).
Related Phrases
  • Obligate apomict: A plant that reproduces exclusively by apomixis.
    • The hawkweed is an obligate apomict.
  • Facultative apomict: A plant capable of reproducing both sexually and by apomixis.
    • This citrus variety is a facultative apomict, which complicates breeding programs.
apomictic

An apomictic plant produces seeds without fertilization.

Adjective
  1. (of reproduction) not involving the fusion of male and female gametes in reproduction
  2. of or relating to a plant that reproduces by apomixis

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