Tag: Seed development

In angiosperms, a complex and essential process of development provides nutrients for the growing embryo. Understanding which tissue contains abundant reserve food material is key to comprehending plant reproduction and seed formation. While both nucellus and endosperm are involved, they play distinct roles in nourishing the developing life inside a seed.

The endosperm, a nutrient-rich tissue, plays a vital role in providing nourishment to the developing embryo within a seed. However, according to the type of plant, this tissue is not always completely consumed. The consumption of the endosperm varies significantly depending on whether the seed is categorized as albuminous or exalbuminous.

Approximately 80% of flowering plant species rely on sexual reproduction involving a female egg cell, housed within the ovule, to create new seeds. In contrast, the term 'plant eggs' in a culinary context refers to a growing market of vegan food products designed to mimic the taste and function of conventional chicken eggs. This duality in meaning can be confusing, but understanding both aspects sheds light on reproduction and food innovation.