Botanical Reproduction Vocabulary

noun a type of reproduction that does not involve the union of male and female gametes

adjective relating to reproduction without the union of male and female gametes

• The species is known to reproduce through agamic means, such as parthenogenesis.
• Some plants can reproduce agamically without the need for pollination.
• Who knew that agamic reproduction could be so fascinating?
• The company's growth strategy seemed almost agamic in nature, as it relied solely on internal resources.

noun a prefix used in biology to indicate absence or lack of a particular feature or characteristic

• Agamo- is a prefix used in biology to indicate that a species reproduces asexually.
• I heard that some plants are agamo- and don't need to pollinate to reproduce.
• Did you know that some bugs are agamo- and can multiply without mating?
• The company's growth strategy is like an agamo- approach, focusing on internal expansion rather than partnerships.

noun the absence of sexual reproduction; asexual reproduction

• The concept of agamy, or the absence of marriage, has been studied in various cultural contexts.
• Some people choose agamy as a lifestyle, preferring to remain single and focus on their careers.
• I heard she's all about that agamy life, just doing her own thing and not worrying about relationships.
• In a society where everyone is obsessed with finding a partner, embracing agamy can feel like a rebellious act of independence.