FRUIT. 



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less inward. The Cucumber, Melon, Gourd, and Papaw are 

 examples. 



155. The Hesperidium (Fig. 155) is a fleshy fruit, in which 

 the epicarp and mesocarp form a thick rind, and the endocarp 

 projects inward, forming triangular divisions, in which pulpy 

 cells are developed, which surround the seeds. Oranges, 

 Lemons, &c, are examples. 



Fig. 155. 



Fig. 156. 



Pome. 



Hesperidium. 



The Pome (Fig. 156) is an inferior fleshy fruit, of which the 

 epicarp, mesocarp, and fleshy calyx form the greater part, 

 which is eatable. The endocarp is tough and horny, and forms 

 the cells of the seeds. The Apple, Quince, and Fear are ex- 

 amples. 



Fig. 157. 



Fig. 158. 



+...? 



Silique. 

 r, replum ; aa, valves. 



Silicula. 

 r, replum ; vv, valves. 



156. The Capsule is a dehiscent, syncarpous fruit, which 

 is dry, and opens commonly by regular dehiscence or pores. 



155. Hesperidium? Pome ?— 156. Capsule? 



