Category: H

With one set of chromosomes. An organism with one basic chromosome set, symbolized by n; the normal condition of gametes in diploids. A cell with one set of chromosomes; half as many chromosomes as the normal somatic body cells contain. A characteristic of sex cells. The reduced, or n, chromosome number, characteristic of the gametophyte…

With the perianth in a single whorl or spiral [obscure term].  

With a single flowering period, dying after flowering and possibly fruiting.  

With small hooks.  

Hooked at apex. With a hook at the tip (often referring to a hair). One of the eight small carpal bones in the wrist, shaped like a hook. One of eight carpal bones located on the distal portion of the wrist. One of the carpal bones of the hand that articulate between the metacarpal bones…

Plant adapted to living in saline habitats; Plants with seeds that can germinate in salt water.  

Salt-loving.  

Partly below and partly above the level of attachment of the perianth and stamen; partially embedded in, or surrounded by, the receptacle.  

An outgrowth of the epidermis consisting of one or more elongated cells; a type of trichome, as are bristles and scales. A fine hair-like protuberance from the surface of a leaf, stem, bract, flower or fruit. Plant hairs come in many shapes, sizes, textures and orientations. Together they make up the indumentum of a plant…