Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

perigynous

adjective

ˌpɛrɪˈdʒɪnəs

Definition

Pertaining to flowers, particularly where the stamens and other floral parts are situated on or near the ovary.

Examples

The flowers of the rose are classified as perigynous because the stamens arise from the base of the ovary.
Understanding whether a flower is perigynous can help in its identification and classification.

Meaning

In botany, ‘perigynous’ describes a type of flower structure where the floral parts encircle the ovary but do not fuse with it. This arrangement allows for the ovary to be partly exposed and often appears as if it is situated above the other floral structures.