heterogonic
/ˌhɛtərəˈɡɑnɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characterized by alternating generations that differ in form and mode of reproduction, especially in certain invertebrates.
- Heterogonic alternation is common among some species of jellyfish.
- Scientists studied the heterogonic reproduction of certain parasitic worms.
- The heterogonic life cycle of some aphids includes both sexual and asexual generations.