acarpelous

/eɪˈkɑrpələs/
adjective
  1. Alternative spelling of acarpellous; having no carpels.
    • He noted that the plant was acarpelous and therefore could not bear fruit.
    • The acarpelous flowers were easily distinguished from the female ones.
    • The field guide described the species as acarpelous, with only stamens present.
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