endospermic
Adjective
Meaning
Relating to, accompanied by, or containing, endosperm.
Source: Webster's dictionaryExamples
A. Seed Coat B. Cotyledon C. Hilum D. Plumule E. Radicle F. Endosperm Embryo In endospermic seeds, there are two distinct regions inside the seed coat, an upper and larger endosperm and a lower smaller embryo.
In addition, the endosperm forms a supply of nutrients for the embryo in most monocotyledons and the endospermic dicotyledons.
Nutrient storage Layers within an endospermic maize seed Within the seed, there usually is a store of nutrients for the seedling that will grow from the embryo.