Anatomy Of A Flower

Stamen : The Male parts of the flower. Includes the Anther and the Filament.

Anther : The Anthers contain the pollen sacs. They release pollen which is rubbed onto insects. The insects transfer the pollen to the Stigma of the same flower or another flower.

Filament : Supports the Anther.

Carpel : The female parts of the flower. Includes the Stigma, Style and Ovary.

Stigma : Collects pollen that is transferred from the Anthers of the same or another flower. It is covered in a sticky substance to trap the pollen.

Style : Supports the Stigma and positions it above the Ovary.

Ovary : Contains and protects the Ovule. After fertilization, it will become the fruit of the plant.

Ovule : Contained inside the Ovary. After being fertilized, it will become the seed.

Petal : The colorful part of the flower that attracts insects to help fertilize the flower.

Sepal : Small leaves on the underside of the flower which protect it while it develops from a bud.