What's the difference between apocarpous and syncarpous?

Apocarpous


Definition:

  • (a.) Either entirely or partially separate, as the carpels of a compound pistil; -- opposed to syncarpous.

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Syncarpous


Definition:

  • (a.) Composed of several carpels consolidated into one ovary.

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