autogamic

• Botanischer Begriff für eine Pflanze, die sich selbst bestäubt; wird heute weitgehend durch den gebräuchlicheren Begriff 'autogam' ersetzt.

A botanical term describing a plant that is self-fertilizing; now largely replaced by the more common term 'autogamous'.

1. Self-fertilizingC2formalscientific

   Characterized by or capable of self-fertilization, especially in plants where the flower's own pollen fertilizes its ovules.

   Selbstbefruchtend

   • Many species of orchids are autogamic, ensuring reproduction without pollinators.
   • The autogamic nature of this plant allows it to thrive in isolated environments.
   • Autogamic flowers often have structures that facilitate self-pollination.

   Synonymeautogamous