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A compound cyme of the elderberry, or European common elder (Sambucus nigra).
A compound cyme of the elderberry, or European common elder (Sambucus nigra).

A cyme is a type of inflorescence, which is a cluster of flowers on a plant's stem. In a cyme, the central flower opens first, followed by flowers that develop from lateral buds. This means the oldest flowers are at the top or center, and the youngest are at the periphery. Examples of plants that have cymes include daylilies and buttercups. Cymes are classified as determinate inflorescences, meaning the main floral axis terminates in a flower, and further growth occurs from lateral buds.123

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  2. 'Pistil,' 'Stamen,' and Other Flower Part Name Origins | Inflorescence
  3. angiosperm - Inflorescences

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