Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

diecious

adjective

/daɪˈɛʃəs/

Definition

Diecious refers to a type of plant reproductive system in which individual plants produce only one type of reproductive organ—either male or female, but not both.

Examples

Holly and kiwifruit are examples of diecious plants, as they require both male and female plants for pollination.
In a diecious species, you may need to plant both genders to ensure fruit production.