Inflorescence
noun
A cluster or grouping of flowers on a single stem or axis.
The inflorescence of the sunflower consists of many small flowers known as florets.
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flower cluster, floral arrangement, floral structure
noun
A botanical term that describes the flowering part of a plant, including all its flowers.
The inflorescence of a cherry tree is particularly beautiful in spring when it is in full bloom.
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blooming period, flowering above, flower stalk
noun
A cluster or grouping of flowers on a single stem or axis.
The inflorescence of the sunflower consists of many small flowers known as florets.
Usage tips
Neutral
flower cluster, floral arrangement, floral structure
noun
A botanical term that describes the flowering part of a plant, including all its flowers.
The inflorescence of a cherry tree is particularly beautiful in spring when it is in full bloom.
Usage tips
Neutral
blooming period, flowering above, flower stalk
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Botanical Importance
Understanding inflorescence patterns can reveal much about a plant's reproductive strategy.
In sunflowers, the inflorescence contains numerous small flowers which together create the large head we often recognize.
Pro Tip 2/3Classification
Inflorescence can be classified into several types, like raceme or panicle.
In a raceme-style inflorescence, flowers bloom sequentially from the bottom to the top.
Pro Tip 3/3Diversity
Different plants have unique inflorescences that adapt to their environments.
The inflorescence of a cactus may be quite different from that of an orchid.
Pro Tip 1/3Botanical Importance
Understanding inflorescence patterns can reveal much about a plant's reproductive strategy.
In sunflowers, the inflorescence contains numerous small flowers which together create the large head we often recognize.
Pro Tip 2/3Classification
Inflorescence can be classified into several types, like raceme or panicle.
In a raceme-style inflorescence, flowers bloom sequentially from the bottom to the top.
Pro Tip 3/3Diversity
Different plants have unique inflorescences that adapt to their environments.
The inflorescence of a cactus may be quite different from that of an orchid.
Pro Tip 1/3Botanical Importance
Understanding inflorescence patterns can reveal much about a plant's reproductive strategy.
In sunflowers, the inflorescence contains numerous small flowers which together create the large head we often recognize.
Pro Tip 2/3Classification
Inflorescence can be classified into several types, like raceme or panicle.
In a raceme-style inflorescence, flowers bloom sequentially from the bottom to the top.
Pro Tip 3/3Diversity
Different plants have unique inflorescences that adapt to their environments.
The inflorescence of a cactus may be quite different from that of an orchid.
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