TREE PHYSIOLOGY
TRANSPIRATION
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Question
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So people buy them
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To make gardens look good
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To attract pollinators
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To attract sunlight
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Detailed explanation-1: -The petals of flowers contain a lot of VOCs. Flower petals attract pollinators not only because of their scent but also because of their color. The color of an insect or animal can attract more of that species depending on the species. Thus, petals are often scented to attract insects and animals.
Detailed explanation-2: -Brightly coloured, fragrant flowers attract insects and nectar acts as rewards for them. Insects like bees, take nectar from the plants and help in dispersal of pollen from one flower to the other.
Detailed explanation-3: -The flowers use coordinated signals of color and fragrance to attract insects, which acquire pollen during floral visits and ensure pollination of the plants. In turn, the insects benefit by acquiring nectar and pollen as food.