Corolla
Corolla (kəˈrɒlə)
The term Corolla (pronounced as kəˈrɒlə) is a term used in botany, specifically in the field of plant morphology. It is derived from the Latin word 'corolla' which means 'little crown'.
Etymology
The term 'Corolla' is derived from the Latin word 'corolla', which means 'little crown'. This is in reference to the arrangement of petals in a flower, which often resembles a small, circular crown.
Definition
In botany, a Corolla is the whorl of petals of a flower that usually are brightly colored or modified to attract pollinators. The corolla is the second whorl in a flower, located between the calyx (the outermost whorl) and the androecium (the male reproductive organs).
Related Terms
- Petal: A petal is an individual element of the corolla. It is often brightly colored or specially shaped to attract pollinators.
- Calyx: The calyx is the outermost whorl of a flower. It consists of sepals, which are usually green and protect the flower in bud.
- Androecium: The androecium is the collective term for the stamens, the male reproductive organs of a flower.
- Gynoecium: The gynoecium is the innermost whorl of a flower, consisting of one or more units called carpels. The carpel or multiple fused carpels form a hollow structure called an ovary, which produces and contains the ovule(s).
- Inflorescence: An inflorescence is a group or cluster of flowers arranged on a stem. The structure of the inflorescence can vary widely.
- Pollination: Pollination is the process by which pollen is transferred from the anther (male part) to the stigma (female part) of the plant, thereby enabling fertilization and reproduction.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corolla
- Wikipedia's article - Corolla
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