phylactocarp

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A branch of a plumularia specially modified in structure for the protection of the gonothecae.

Word forms

phylactocarp phylactocarps

Etymology

From Ancient Greek φύλαξ (phúlax, “guard”) + -carp.

Derived words

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