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Example:In the Asteraceae family, the achene is often referred to as a cypsela, like in species of dandelion.
Definition:A type of achene found in plants of the sunflower family, typically with a pappus attached to the apex.
From cypsela
Example:Some berries have drupelet-like structures, although they are technically not true achenes.
Definition:A small drupe, a type of fruit that is enclosed in a hard outer layer and typically contains only one seed.
From drupelet
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