when the ovule is oriented transversely (i.e. with its axis at right angles to its stalk) and with a curved embyro sac; cf. amphitropous, anatropous, orthotropous.
• (a.) Having the ovules and seeds so curved, or bent down upon themselves, that the ends of the embryo are brought close together.
Of an ovule, orientated transversely, i.e. With its axis at right angles to its stalk, and with a curved embryo sac. ... (09 Oct 1997) ... 
Cam`py·lot'ro·pous adjective [ Greek ... curved + ... a turning.] (Botany) Having the ovules and seeds so curved, or bent down upon themselves, that the ends of the embryo are brought close together. 
Said of an ovule or seed so curved or turned on itself as to bring the apex and base together.
[adj] - (of a plant ovule) curved with the micropyle near the base almost touching its stalk
campylotropous Having the ovule curved.
adjective (of a plant ovule) curved with the micropyle near the base almost touching its stalk