Heteranthery (adj. = heterantherous)

  • Title

    Heteranthery (adj. = heterantherous)

  • Definition

    A flower that contains two types of pollen, one that germinates and is found in anthers and another that does not germinate and serves as a pollinator reward.

  • Notes

    See discussion of fodder pollen for more information about herteranthery in Lecythidaceae.

  • Related Terms

    Fodder pollen

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