Recognize the stamen by its typical thin, stalk-like shape with a small sac (anther) on top.

Visual Identification

Stamen is the male part of the flower, opposite of the pistil, which is female.

Gender Role

Understand that stamen's primary role is to produce and release pollen, crucial for fertilization.

Pollen Production

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Stamen

Visual Identification

Gender Role

Pollen Production

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