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Monocarpic
Description:
Monocarpic is an adjective used to describe plants that flower, produce seeds, and then die. It refers to the characteristic of a plant species to reproduce only once in its lifetime.
Sample Sentences:
- The agave plant is an example of a monocarpic species, as it blooms once and then dies.
- Monocarpic perennials, such as some species of bamboo, live for several years before flowering and dying.
- This type of orchid is known for its monocarpic nature, with each individual stalk producing a single flower before perishing.
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