Flower attitude
The way the flower sits naturally on the rachis.
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Erect: the flower is upright, having a vertical position. |
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Porrect: the flower points outwards or projects forwards horizontally. |
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Nodding: the flower nods conspicuously, usually caused by a curved ovary or flower stalk. |
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Recurved: the flower is curved backwards. |