Definition of Hypogynous insertion. Meaning of Hypogynous insertion. Synonyms of Hypogynous insertion

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Definition of Hypogynous insertion

Hypogynous insertion
Insertion In*ser"tion, n. [L. insertio: cf. F. insertion. See Insert.] 1. The act of inserting; as, the insertion of scions in stocks; the insertion of words or passages in writings. 2. The condition or mode of being inserted or attached; as, the insertion of stamens in a calyx. 3. That which is set in or inserted, especially a narrow strip of embroidered lace, muslin, or cambric. 4. (Anat.) The point or part by which a muscle or tendon is attached to the part to be moved; -- in contradistinction to its origin. Epigynous insertion (Bot.), the insertion of stamens upon the ovary. Hypogynous insertion (Bot.), insertion beneath the ovary.

Meaning of Hypogynous insertion from wikipedia

- berries, drupes, etc. A flower with this arrangement is described as hypogynous. Examples of this ovary type include the legumes (beans and peas and their...
- present above the ovary. Half-inferior – Hypogynous – flowers are present below the ovary Inferior – Insertion – Stamens – Ovary – Perigynous – Superior...
- kratḗrion: a vessel. hypogynous Borne below the ovary; used to describe floral parts inserted below the ovary's level of insertion. Compare epigynous and...