phanerogamous Definition
having seeds or spores that are borne in a flower or other structure that is readily distinguished from the vegetative parts.
Using phanerogamous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "phanerogamous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Phanerogamous plants include all flowering plants, as well as some gymnosperms such as conifers.
Example
The phanerogamous nature of angiosperms allows for a more efficient method of reproduction.
Summary: phanerogamous in Brief
The term 'phanerogamous' [fan-uh-rog-uh-muhs] describes plants that have seeds or spores that are borne in a flower or other structure that is easily distinguishable from the vegetative parts. This includes all flowering plants and some gymnosperms like conifers. The phanerogamous nature of angiosperms allows for a more efficient method of reproduction.
