Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stylostixis

noun
/ˌstaɪləʊˈstɪksɪs/
Definition
The arrangement of floral organs in a specific order along a stylus.
Examples
  • The stylostixis of the flower allows for efficient pollination.
  • Scientists study stylostixis to understand plant reproductive strategies.
  • In botany, stylostixis can impact how a plant is pollinated by insects.
Meaning
Stylostixis refers to how certain flowers display their reproductive parts, particularly along the style, which is a part of the female reproductive organ in the flower.
Synonyms
  • Floral arrangement
  • Reproductive structure
  • Organ placement