parts of a flower

Front

What is the female part of the flower called?

Back

Pistil (or Carpel)

Front

What is the male part of the flower called?

Back

Stamen

Front

What are the pollen-producing structures of a flower called?

Back

Anther

Front

What is the structure that captures pollen in a flower?

Back

Stigma

Front

What is the top part of the pistil that receives pollen grains?

Back

Stigma

Front

What are the colorful parts of a flower that attract pollinators?

Back

Petals

Front

What is the green part that protects the flower bud?

Back

Sepal

Front

What is the stalk that supports the anther called?

Back

Filament

Front

What is the function of the ovary in a flower?

Back

To contain ovules and develop into fruit after fertilization.

Front

What is the role of pollen in flowering plants?

Back

To fertilize ovules for seed production.