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Concept information

Preferred term

aril

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information A special, usually fleshy seed covering of certain seeds that commonly develops from the ovule integument(s) or seed stalk (funiculus, raphe, etc.). It partially or completely surrounds the seed of some plants.

Broader concept

Synonyms

  • seed aril

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/276911

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