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What is another word for flowering glume?

3 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ flˈa͡ʊəɹɪŋ ɡlˈuːm], [ flˈa‍ʊəɹɪŋ ɡlˈuːm], [ f_l_ˈaʊ_ə_ɹ_ɪ_ŋ ɡ_l_ˈuː_m]

Synonyms for Flowering glume:

How to use "Flowering glume" in context?

The flowering glume is a characteristic feature of many cereal plants, often appearing on the head of the spikelets. It is a small, soft structure that is attached to the floral skirt of the spikelet. The flowering glume contains the copies of the pistil and stamen that are responsible for the production of the grain.

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