monoecy
/ˈmɑnəsi/
noun
- The state or condition of being monoecious; the presence of both male and female reproductive structures on the same individual.
- Botany students learn to distinguish monoecy from dioecy by examining flower types.
- The evolution of monoecy in some species helps ensure reproduction in isolated environments.
- Monoecy allows a single plant to produce seeds without needing a partner.
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