endothecium

noun

endothecium

noun

Etymology From endo- + theca (“pollen-producing organ”) + -ium.

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Biology, Botany, Natural sciences The tissue found in the walls of anthers, and in moss capsules

Related terms
exothecium, mesothecium

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