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perisperm
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perisperm: A genetically diploid (2n chromosomes) nutritive tissue in a seed, containing stored carbohydrate and/or oil utilized by the embryo prior to and especially upon germination, derived from the nucellus. See also endosperm (albumen).[1]
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Example(s): Example sentences from FNA : [1] embryo annular, perisperm copious. [2] embryo coiled around perisperm.

References

  1. Categorical Glossary for the Flora of North America Project, by Robert W. Kiger and Duncan M. Porter. 2001. Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation.