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Meaning of flexistyly | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A form of polymorphism in which the style and stigma of hermaphroditic flowers move over time.

uncountable

Examples

“A number of genera including Alpinia and Amomum (Zingiberaceae), exhibit interesting flexistyly polymorphisms which enhance fruit production by avoiding geitonogamy and promoting xenogamy.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

flexitank flexitarian flexitarianism flexitime flexitimer flexivirid