Science Common Sense

1242 - What is the structure and function of stamens and pistils in a flower?

In a flower, there are two main parts: the stamens and the pistils.

Stamens: Stamens are the boy parts of a flower. They make pollen, which is a powdery yellow stuff that helps plants make seeds. A stamen has two parts: 1. The filament (long, thin part) that holds up the pollen. 2. The anther (the top part) that makes and releases the pollen.

Pistils: Pistils are the girl parts of a flower. They help plants make seeds too. A pistil has three parts: 1. The stigma (the top part) that catches the pollen. 2. The style (long, thin part) that connects the stigma to the base of the pistil. 3. The ovary (the base part) that holds the seeds.

So, when pollen from the stamen lands on the stigma (the top of the pistil), it helps the plant make seeds in the ovary. This is how flowers reproduce.