The Chief Parts of a Flower

Sepals and Petals

Stamens and Pistils

How Flowers Are Attached to the Base

The parts of a flower are attached to the receptacle, or base, in three different ways. If they are attached at the base of the ovary, the flower is hypogynous, meaning “growing on the lower side of the ovary.” The tiger lily is an example of this type. In the second form the receptacle is cup-shaped and encloses the ovary. The sepals, petals, and stamens are attached to the rim, surrounding the pistil but free…

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How Fertilization Takes Place

Insects Pollinate Flowers

Avoiding Self-Pollination

How Fruit Develops

The Origin of Flowers