Petaloid

An adjective that indicates that a plant part resembles a petal. Often used incorrectly as a noun. See also: petal

In this image of ‘Scatterbrain’ (Joiner 1988) the circles show each stamen has been modified into a petaloid segment. Photo by Sue Bergeron, used with permission

‘Dublin Elaine’ (Joiner 1989) Photo by Sandra Schaider, used with permission

Photo by Sandra Schaider, used with permission

Photo by Sue Bergeron, used with permission. ‘Jo Barbre’ closeup

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