Ray floret
Ray floret
A Ray floret (pronunciation: /reɪ flɔːrɛt/) is a type of flower found in certain plant species, particularly those in the Asteraceae family.
Etymology
The term "Ray floret" is derived from the Latin word 'flos', meaning flower, and the suffix '-et', indicating smallness. The 'ray' part of the term refers to the petal-like structure that radiates outwards from the center of the flower, similar to rays of light.
Description
Ray florets are characterized by their elongated, petal-like structures that extend outwards from the center of the flower. These structures are not true petals, but are instead modified leaves known as bracts. Ray florets are typically sterile, meaning they do not produce seeds. They are often brightly colored and serve to attract pollinators to the flower.
Related Terms
- Disk floret: A type of flower found in the same family as the ray floret. Disk florets are typically found in the center of the flower, surrounded by the ray florets.
- Inflorescence: The arrangement of flowers on a plant. Ray florets are part of the inflorescence of many Asteraceae species.
- Asteraceae: A large family of flowering plants that includes species with ray florets.
- Bract: A modified leaf that surrounds a flower or inflorescence. In ray florets, the 'petals' are actually bracts.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ray floret
- Wikipedia's article - Ray floret
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