Epigeal germination - Wikipedia
WEBEpigeal germination (Ancient Greek ἐπίγαιος [epígaios] 'above ground', from ἐπί [epí] 'on' and γῆ [gê] 'earth, ground') is a botanical term indicating that the germination of a plant takes place above the ground. An example of a plant with epigeal germination is the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris).
Epigeal - Wikipedia
WEBEpigeal, epigean, epigeic and epigeous are biological terms describing an organism's activity above the soil surface. In botany, a seed is described as showing epigeal germination when the cotyledons of the germinating seed expand, throw off the seed shell and become photosynthetic above the ground.
Difference Between Epigeal and Hypogeal Germination
WEBSep 2, 2018 · The main difference between epigeal and hypogeal germination is that in epigeal germination, the cotyledons emerge out of the soil during germination whereas, in hypogeal germination, the cotyledons remain inside the soil.
9 Difference Between Epigeal And Hypogeal Germination …
WEBAug 29, 2020 · Epigeal germination is a process of germination in which the cotyledons emerge out of the soil due to the elongation action of the hypocotyl. The hypocotyl is generally the part of the stem of an embryo plant beneath the stalks of the seed leaves or cotyledons and directly above the root.
Epigeal Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
WEB1. of a cotyledon : forced above ground by elongation of the hypocotyl. 2. : marked by the production of epigeal cotyledons. epigeal germination. 3. : living on or near the surface …
2.2: Introduction to Seed Germination - Biology LibreTexts
WEBJul 27, 2022 · Epigeal and hypogeal are terms used to describe the position of the cotyledonary node during germination, indicating whether the node is above or below ground once the seedling has become established.
Difference between Epigeal and Hypogeal Seed Germination
WEBNov 21, 2014 · There are two types of germination: Epigeal and Hypogeal. Epigeal vs Hypogeal. Epigeal Germination: (epi (Gk) means above, geal (Gk): earth) Example: Bean, Castor. 1. In this type of germination, the seed /cotyledons emerge …