HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The plants that yield pollen and nectar are collectively called
A
Flowering plants
B
Pollen and nectar yielding plants
C
Bee pasturage
D
Bee hive
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Plants providing nectar and Pollen to the honeybee are collectively called pasturage. It is the vegetation of flowers and plants which are available nearer to The beehives so that the bees can feed on the provided nectar. For the production of honey bees collect nectar and pollen grains.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pasturage refers to the plants from which bees can collect pollen and nectar. Nectar-producing plants are tamarind, neem, etc. Pollen-producing plants are roses, sorghum, maize, etc. Plants that produce both nectar and pollen are apples, bananas, sunflowers, etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -So, the correct answer is ‘Pasturage’.

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