What's the difference between hypanthium and perigynous?

Hypanthium


Definition:

  • (n.) A fruit consisting in large part of a receptacle, enlarged below the calyx, as in the Calycanthus, the rose hip, and the pear.

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Perigynous


Definition:

  • (a.) Having the ovary free, but the petals and stamens borne on the calyx; -- said of flower such as that of the cherry or peach.

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