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Inflorescences

 9-Cauliflory

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Cauliflory-This term refers to flowers being produced directly upon woody stems or trunks.

This example is eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis).

Right now I am thinking of another plant that has cauliflorus inflorescences- that's right, chocolate! Be right back..... Ken R.

Photo by K. R. Robertson of plants cultivated at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
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