Terms used on the Crop Genebank Knowledge Base.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Autogamy |
Transfer of pollen (pollination) from the anther of a flower to the stigma of the same flower or sometimes to that of a genetically identical flower (as of the same plant or clone) The ability of many plant species to naturally and successfully fertilize within one individual. Also called self-pollination. |
Sources for this glossary:
IPGRI Tech. Bulletin 10: Molecular markers for genebank management and
Seed handling in genebanks training course
Glossary open source software by M. Brampton
Glossary open source software by M. Brampton