Pollen shed as single grains. Carpels reduced in number relative to the perianth to increased in number relative to the perianth. Locules secondarily divided by 'false septa' . Polar nuclei fusing prior to fertilization. Endosperm formation cellular.
Capsules irregularly circumscissile.
Seeds copiously endospermic. Seeds with starch. Embryo rudimentary at the time of seed release. Physiology, biochemistry . Aluminium accumulation not found.