Stamen
Stamen
Stamen (/ˈsteɪmən/), from the Latin stāmen meaning "thread of the warp" in the loom, is the pollen-producing reproductive organ of a flower.
Anatomy
A stamen typically consists of a stalk called the filament and an anther which contains microsporangia. Most commonly, a flower has six stamens, but the number can vary from one to many depending on the flower species.
Function
The primary function of the stamen is to produce and disperse pollen. Pollen is needed for the fertilization of the ovule, the female reproductive organ of the flower.
Related Terms
- Anther: The part of the stamen where pollen is produced.
- Filament: The stalk of the stamen which supports the anther.
- Pollen: The microspores of seed plants, produced in the anther of the stamen.
- Ovule: The female reproductive organ of the flower, which is fertilized by pollen to produce a seed.
Etymology
The term "stamen" is derived from the Latin word stāmen, meaning "thread of the warp" in the loom. This is likely a reference to the thin, thread-like appearance of the stamen's filament.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stamen
- Wikipedia's article - Stamen
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