A flower typically consists of several key parts, each with specific functions. Here are the main components of a flower:
- Petals: The colorful parts that attract pollinators.
- Sepals: The outermost parts that protect the flower bud before it opens; they often resemble smaller petals.
- Stamen: The male reproductive part of the flower, consisting of:
- Anther: The part that produces pollen.
- Filament: The stalk that supports the anther.
- Pistil: The female reproductive part of the flower, consisting of:
- Stigma: The sticky top part that collects pollen.
- Style: The slender neck that connects the stigma to the ovary.
- Ovary: The swollen base that contains the ovules, which develop into seeds after fertilization.
- Nectary: Glandular structures that produce nectar to attract pollinators (not always present).
- Receptacle: The thickened part of the stem from which the flower parts arise.
These parts work together for the process of reproduction in flowering plants.
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