Definitions for: Episperm

[n] protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants

Webster (1913) Definition: Ep"i*sperm, n. [Pref. epi- + Gr. ? seed: cf. F.
['e]pisperme.] (Bot.)
The skin or coat of a seed, especially the outer coat. See
Testa.

Synonyms: seed coat, testa

See Also: reproductive structure, seed