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Pollination Of Orchids
The pollination of orchids represents a complex aspect of the biology of this plant Family (biology), family, characterized by intricate flower structures and diverse ecological interactions with pollinator. Notably, the topic has garnered significant scientific interest over time, including the attention of Charles Darwin, who is recognized for his contributions to the theory of Biological evolution, evolution by natural selection. In 1862, Darwin published his observations on the essential role of insects in orchid pollination in his work ''The Fertilisation of Orchids, The Fertilization of Orchids''. He noted that the various strategies employed by orchids to attract their pollinators are complex. Adaptations of orchids to pollination by animals Approximately 97% of orchid species rely on pollinator for the transfer of pollen from one plant to the pistils of another, which is essential for fertilization and seed formation.van der Cingel, N. 2001''An atlas of orchid pollinat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Coryanthes Leucocorys Orchi 02
''Coryanthes'', commonly known as bucket orchids, is a genus of neotropical Epiphyte, epiphytic orchids (family Orchidaceae). This genus is abbreviated as Crths in horticultural trade. They are native to South America, Central America, Mexico and Trinidad. Bucket orchids are an excellent example of coevolution and Mutualism (biology), mutualism, as the orchids have Evolution, evolved along with orchid bees (the tribe Euglossini of the family Apidae) and both depend on each other for reproduction. One to three flowers are borne on a pendant stem that comes from the base of the pseudobulbs. The flower secretes a fluid (see ''Coryanthes alborosea'' picture) into the flower lip, which is shaped like a bucket. The male orchid bees (not the females) are attracted to the flower by a strong scent from aromatic oils, which they store in specialized spongy pouches inside their swollen hind legs, as they appear to use the scent in their courtship display, courtship dances in order to attract ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
