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Stamen / Staminate

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Stamen:  the pollen-bearing organ of a flower, comprised of an anther and a filament. An anther is typically borne on, and supported by, a filament, which is a thin stalk.

Staminate:  bearing or having stamens. Male.

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Figure A.  Illustration of stamens of Tiger Lily.
( Lilium lancifolium )

 

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