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Initial post 23 MAR 18 by Andrew from Dolton
What are the differences between sepal and calyx?
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Reply #1 of 2 posted 24 MAR 18 by Patricia Routley
Mr. Collins (dictionary - my teacher on all things botanical) tells us:
Sepal: any of the separate parts of the calyx of a flower.
Calyx: The sepals of a flower collectively, forming the outer floral envelope that protects the developing flower bud.
Corolla: the petals of a flower collectively, forming an inner floral envelope,
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Reply #2 of 2 posted 24 MAR 18 by Andrew from Dolton
Thank-you.
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