Chapter 10 Section 5

Angiosperms Angiosperm: a flowering plant o Two traits:  Produce flowers  Seeds are inside fruits

Structure of a Flower Come in all shapes, sizes, and colors All have the same function- reproduction Parts of a flower: Sepals: leaf-like structures that protect the growing bud. Petals: most colorful part of the flower.

Stamens: male reproductive structure. Inside the petals. 2 parts to the stamen: Filament: thin part Anthers : produce pollen

Pistol: female reproductive structure 3 parts to the pistol: Ovary: Hollow part at the base Style: tube that connects the ovary and the stigma Stigma: sticky tip that catches pollen.