1. An organism or cell that has more than two complete sets of chromosomes derived from the same species.
Usage: biology; genetics

1. Relating to or characterized by autopolyploidy; having multiple chromosome sets from a single species.
Usage: biology; genetics

Examples

• Strawberries are autopolyploids with multiple sets of chromosomes from their original species.
• The autopolyploid plant exhibited increased vigor compared to its diploid parent.
• Researchers studied autopolyploid wheat to understand chromosome pairing during meiosis.
• An autopolyploid organism typically has three or more complete chromosome sets from the same ancestral species.
• The autopolyploid condition can arise spontaneously through errors in cell division.
• Breeders have developed autopolyploid varieties of potatoes for improved crop yields.