seed capsule

British

/ ˈsiːdˌkeɪs /

noun

the part of a fruit enclosing the seeds; pericarp

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Andrews bit into the green seed capsule he held in his hand.

From Three Soldiers by Dos Passos, John

It has four narrow outstretched green sepals, and four still narrower green petals, eight large stamens, and a purple seed capsule.

From More Science From an Easy Chair by Lankester, E. Ray (Edwin Ray), Sir

In order that poppies may blossom freely you should never let a seed capsule form.

From The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming. by Shaw, Ellen Eddy

Early in its development, the seed capsule should be supported by ties, which, however, should not bring it into an unnatural position, or press tightly on the part supported.

From Orchids by O'Brien, James

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