noun
- The plural of indehiscence; the quality or condition of not opening or splitting naturally at maturity, especially in fruits, seed pods, or anthers.
Usage: botanical term; technical
Examples
- The indehiscences of certain legume pods make seed dispersal dependent on animal consumption.
- Botanists study the indehiscences of different plant species to understand their reproductive strategies.
- The indehiscences observed in these anther types prevent pollen release under normal conditions.
- Plant breeders select for indehiscences in crop varieties to improve seed retention and harvest efficiency.