androecium

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androecium

the male parts of an ANGIOSPERM flower composed of two or more stamens which, since they are concerned with reproduction, are called essential organs.
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In some cases the outer staminodes of centrifugal androecia have become converted to new functions, linked with pollinator attraction.
Staminodes: Their morphological and evolutionary significance

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