multiple fruit
One in which the carpels of several flowers join in a single fruit, like a fig, Ficus. This differs from an aggregate fruit which derives from the multiple carpels of a single flower, e.g., a raspberry, Rubus.
multiple fruit A cluster of mature ovaries from several flowers on a single stem.
mutation A genetic change within an organism or its parts that changes its characteristics. Also called a bud sport or sport.
Multiple fruit A fruit formed from several flowers included in a single structure having a common axis.
Multi-stemmed Having more than one stem or trunk.
Mummy A dried, shriveled fruit.
Parlee Farms (95 Farwell Road, Tyngsboro; 978-649-3854) offers over 100-acres of farmland with multiple fruit-picking opportunities, including apple picking in the fall.
Some fruit trees, like peaches, should be thinned when the fruit is about the size of a golf ball (or earlier). This is necessary because multiple fruit start to grow in tight clusters.
 See also: Plant, Genera, Water, Ovary, Natural
  
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