elaiosome
Noun
Meaning
elaiosome (plural elaiosomes)
(botany) A fleshy structure rich in lipids attached to the seeds of many plant species, usually to attract ants that disperse the seeds.
Noun
elaiosome (plural elaiosomes)
(botany) A fleshy structure rich in lipids attached to the seeds of many plant species, usually to attract ants that disperse the seeds.