Question

Identify the correct description about the given figure.

• A. Wind pollinated plant inflorescence showing flowers with well exposed stamens.
• B. Water pollinated flowers showing stamen with mucilaginous covering.
• C. Cleistogamous flowers showing autogamy
• D. Compact inflorescence showing complete autogamy.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Wind-pollinated plants possess adaptations for efficient pollination:

• Their flowers typically feature prominent stamens for unimpeded pollen dispersal by wind.
• These flowers are generally small, unassuming, and devoid of nectar or scent.
• Pollen grains are characteristically lightweight and abundant, augmenting the probability of effective pollination.

Consequently, the appropriate selection is (1) An inflorescence of a wind-pollinated plant displaying flowers with clearly exposed stamens.