Amphitropous – The body of the ovule is curved so much that it induces curvature in the embryo sac. Examples are Lemna, Poppy, Alisma, etc.

What is Amphitropous ovule?

Noun. 1. amphitropous ovule - a partly inverted ovule turned back 90 degrees on its stalk. ovule - a small body that contains the female germ cell of a plant; develops into a seed after fertilization.

What is Orthotropous ovule example?

Note: Orthotropous ovule is the simplest and very primitive type of ovule. Micropyle, funicle, and chalaza lie in one vertical plane. Examples of plants having orthotropous ovules are, Piper nigrum, Polygonum, Piper betel, and all gymnosperms.