Definitions for: Silique

[n] narrow elongated seed capsule peculiar to the family Cruciferae

Webster (1913) Definition: Sil"ique, n. [L. siliqua a pod or husk, a very small
weight or measure: cf. F. silique.] (Bot.)
An oblong or elongated seed vessel, consisting of two valves
with a dissepiment between, and opening by sutures at either
margin. The seeds are attached to both edges of the
dissepiment, alternately upon each side of it.

Synonyms: siliqua

See Also: capsule, silicle

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