Clitandre (en. Clitandre)

/kli.tɑ̃dʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Female reproductive part of certain flowering plants.

The clitandre is essential for seed development.

Le clitandre est essentiel pour le développement des graines.

Term used in botany to refer to specific structures.

In this type of plant, the clitandre is well-developed.

Dans ce genre de plante, le clitandre est bien développé.

Part of the flower where the female organ is located.

Clitandres are often protected by petals.

Les clitandres sont souvent protégés par des pétales.

From Ancient Greek 'klitos' meaning 'curved' and 'anthera' meaning 'anther'.

clitandre in bloom

When a plant's clitandre is in full bloom.

clitandre en fleur

anatomy of the clitandre

Study of the different parts of a clitandre.

anatomie du clitandre

pistil

Female organ of a flower that includes the clitandre.

pistil

anther

Male part of the flower, complementary to the clitandre.

anthère

stigma

Receptive part of the pistil where pollen settles.

stigmate

Informal term sometimes used in gardening to refer to a particular plant.

This plant has a magnificent clitandre, it's a true garden gem.

Cette plante a un clitandre magnifique, c'est un vrai bijou de jardin.