| However, the strength of the funicle varies considerably within NSW specimens, with diatheca falling within the range of variation, so the subspecific name is unnecessary. |
| However, at anthesis they appear one above the other, because in one ovule the funicle greatly elongates. |
| The ovule is curved upon itself, so that the micropyle is near the funicle. |
| The fruit pulp of O. ficus-indica originates from the funicle, which connects the seed to the ovary, indicating that fruit development depends on the presence of seeds. |
| The ridge or adnate funicle which in an anatropous ovule connects the two ends. |
| In some cases the seeds may remain hanging by their red or orange-coloured funicles from the open legume, the coloured funicle and aril acting as a bird attractant. |
