Pollination
- Pronunciation
- /pol-uh-NAY-shun/
- Category
- Behavior
- Singular
- Pollination
- Plural
- Pollinations
Definition
The transfer of pollen from the male structures (anthers) of flowers to the female structures (stigmas) of flowers, facilitating .
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'pollinatio', from 'pollen', meaning 'fine flour' or ''.
Example
play a crucial role in the pollination of many flowering plants, which is essential for the production of fruits and seeds.
Synonyms
- Fertilization
- Cross-pollination
Related Terms
- Pollen
- Stigma
- Anther
- Pollinator
Usage Notes
Pollination can occur via biotic like (entomophily) or abiotic vectors like wind (anemophily) and water (hydrophily).