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endogamic

endogamic

9.9
Allowing pollen from another flower of the same species to fertilize it
  • adjective
  • /ˌɛndoʊˈɡæmɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : endogámico
  • Certain plants are endogamic, allowing cross-fertilization within the same species.

Examples

  • Botanists observed that endogamic species often have mechanisms to encourage intra-species pollination.

  • The endogamic nature of this flower increases its chances of successful pollination.

  • The endogamic nature of these plants ensures genetic stability.

  • Many researchers study endogamic species for their unique traits.

  • The endogamic traits of this flowering plant enhance its reproductive success within its own species.

  • Researchers found that the endogamic characteristics of these plants promote effective pollination among themselves.

  • Many endogamic plants develop adaptations that facilitate fertilization by their pollen rather than pollen from other species.

Synonyms

endogamous
vsendogamic
  • Specialized
9.9

Reproducing by pollen or sex cells from the same species

is the variant form using -ic ending rather than the -ous ending
allogamous
vsendogamic
  • Specialized
9.9

To make new plants by receiving pollen from a different plant of the same species

is about being suited for fertilization rather than the process itself

Antonyms

exogamic
  • Specialized
9.9

Able to make seeds only when pollen comes from unrelated plants

Surface Forms

endogamic positive

Morphology

endogamic = endogamy (semi-transparent) = endo + gam + ic

The suffix '-ic' indicates an adjective form, but the specific botanical meaning may not be immediately clear to learners.

Etymology

Endogamic comes from the parts endo- 'within' and -gamy 'marriage' or 'mating', the same root you see in monogamy. So an endogamic plant is one that 'mates' or is fertilized only 'within' its own species.