Anther and Filament
The functions and structure and other details are given below:
Aspect |
Anther |
Filament |
Function |
Produces pollen grains (male reproductive cells) |
Supports and positions the anther |
Structure |
Sac-like with two lobes (typically) |
Slender and stalk-like |
Location |
Tip of the filament |
Connects the anther to the flower |
Pollen Sacs |
Contains pollen sacs within each lobe |
Does not contain pollen |
Colour |
Often yellow or orange when mature |
Usually green or colorless |
Example |
Top yellow part of a stamen in a lily |
Thin stalk holding the yellow anther in a rose |
Anther – Types, Structure, and Functions
Anther is an important part of a flower that produces the pollen. The anther structure is located at the tip of a filament. Simply put, the anther of a flower is the male reproductive part of the flower. Anther stores the male sex cells or pollens of a plant.
In this article, we are going to discuss the anther of a flower in detail.
Table of Content
- Anther of a Flower
- Anther Structure
- Function of Anther in Flower
- Types of Anther
- Anther – Male Reproductive Part of Flower
- Anther and Stigma
- Anther and Filament
- Anther Dehiscence
- Conclusion – Anthrer
- FAQs on Anther