Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zygomorphic
Adjective
/ˌzaɪɡəˈmɔːrfɪk/
Definition
Referring to flowers that can be divided into symmetrical halves along one plane only.
Examples
- The orchid is an example of a zygomorphic flower, with its distinct bilaterally symmetrical structure.
- Understanding zygomorphic forms can aid in the identification of various plant species.
- Sunflowers, while generally radial, can sometimes show zygomorphic traits in their flower heads.
Meaning
The term describes a type of symmetry in botanical contexts, mainly related to shapes and structures of certain flowers.
Synonyms
- bilateral
- asymmetrical
- unequally symmetrical
