silicula
/sɪˈlɪkjələ/
noun
- A short, broad seed pod found in plants of the mustard family, such as shepherd's purse.
- Each silicula contains several small seeds that scatter when the pod dries out.
- The botanist pointed out the tiny silicula on the wild mustard plant.
- Students examined a silicula under the microscope to see its two chambers.
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