HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -The anther is solely responsible for producing and bearing pollen that serves the purpose of fertilization in flowering plants. Only upon pollen production by the anther does the pollination commence.

Detailed explanation-2: -Anther: The part of the stamen where pollen is produced.

Detailed explanation-3: -The anther usually contains four pollen sacs which are responsible for producing pollen grains. Each pollen grain is a single cell containing two male gametes. Once mature, the anther splits open and pollen is released.

Detailed explanation-4: -In angiosperms, pollen is produced by the anthers of the stamens in flowers. In gymnosperms, it is formed in the microsporophylls of the microstrobili (male pollen cones). Pollen consists of one or more vegetative cells and a reproductive cell.

Detailed explanation-5: -The stigma is one part of the reproductive system of a flower. It is the top of the female portion that helps capture pollen.