 HASNAIN MUSHTAQ

 Assignment : BENEFICAIL INSECT

 Submit to ; Dr sareer sir
 21/3/2023

Different means of pollination

Pollination
from the male part of a flower (anther) is transferred to the
female part (stigma) of the same or another flower, leading to
fertilization and seed production. Here are some means of
pollination:
Self-pollination: In this type of pollination, the pollen from the
anther is transferred to the stigma of the same flower or a flower
on the same plant. Self-pollination is common in plants that
have small, inconspicuous flowers or those that lack pollinators.
Cross-pollination: In cross-pollination, the pollen is transferred
from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower of
the same or a different plant. This type of pollination ensures
genetic diversity and often requires the help of a pollinator.
Wind pollination: Some plants, such as grasses, trees, and
ragweed, use the wind to transfer pollen from one plant to
another. They typically have small, lightweight pollen grains
that can be easily carried by the wind.
Insect pollination: Many plants rely on insects, such as bees,
butterflies, moths, and flies, to transfer pollen from one flower
to another. These plants often have brightly colored flowers and
sweet nectar to attract pollinators.
Bird and bat pollination: Certain plants, such as hummingbird-
pollinated flowers and cactus, are pollinated by birds and bats.
They typically have long, tube-shaped flowers that are adapted
to the beaks or tongues of their pollinators.
Water pollination: Some aquatic plants, such as seagrasses and
water lilies, use water to transfer pollen from the anther to the
stigma. The pollen grains are buoyant and can float on the
water's surface until they reach the female part of the flower

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