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self-pollination the transfer of pollen from the anthers to the stigma of the same flower or of another flower on the same plant self-pollination [¦self ‚päl·ə¦nā·shən] (botany) Transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma of the same flower or of another flower on the same plant. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Researchers studying an orchid in a parched, windless habitat have discovered a new twist on self-pollination. Autogamy or self-pollination in tomatoes can also take place with the assistance of bees, but not in the usual way. The scientists later collected seeds and genetically characterized them to determine whether they were the result of self-pollination. |
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