What is another word for Sorosis?

Pronunciation: [sɔːɹˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA)

Sorosis is a botanical term referring to the clustered arrangement of fruits on a single stem, commonly seen in plants of the gourd family such as pumpkins, watermelons, and cucumbers. This natural phenomenon adds to the visual appeal and easy cultivation of these fruits. Although there are no widely recognized synonyms for "sorosis," the term "aggregate fruit" is often used as an alternative description. Other related terms that may describe a similar fruit arrangement include "multiple fruit" and "collective fruit." These synonyms highlight the unique growth patterns of such plants, emphasizing the fascinating way in which multiple fruits develop together on a single stem.

Usage examples for Sorosis

This being true, here is a text for the Sorosis.
"First Fam'lies of the Sierras"
Joaquin Miller
Just now it is the marriage and divorce question, with much learned expounding by the good and the pure, such as bishops and members of Sorosis.
"Editorials-from-the-Hearst-Newspapers"
Brisbane, Arthur
She was about to hitch her wagon to a star, to be a whole woman, the head of a home and all that; but what would we think even of the president of Sorosis if she appeared in last year's sleeves?
"Cupid's Middleman"
Edward B. Lent

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