This document discusses polyembryony, the occurrence of multiple embryos in a single seed. It begins by classifying polyembryony into true and false types. True polyembryony results from cleavage or adventive embryos developing within the embryo sac, while false polyembryony stems from aposporic embryo sac development. Embryos can also originate from synergids, antipodals, endosperm or cells outside the embryo sac. The causes of polyembryony are debated but may involve necrohormone signaling or hybridization effects. Polyembryony has several uses for plant breeding, horticulture, and propagation of fruit trees to provide disease-free and genetically uniform seedlings.