Anthemia
an ornament of floral forms in a flat radiating cluster, as in architectural decoration, vase painting, etc.
noun (pl) -mia (-mɪə)
a floral design, used esp in ancient Greek and Roman architecture and decoration, usually consisting of honeysuckle, lotus, or palmette leaf motifs
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the pollen-bearing part of a stamen. Historical Examples Its body must be sufficiently large to come in contact with the anther. My Studio Neighbors William Hamilton Gibson They consist usually of two parts, the Filament and anther, not yet described. Proserpina, Volume 1 John Ruskin Inane, empty, said of an anther which produces no pollen, […]
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