[Next]  [Previous]   [Floral Formula]  [Lecture Text]

Papaveraceae

17-Stylophorum flower l.s.

[FMP-field: image]

A flower of Stylophorum diphyllum in longitudinal section. Note the numerous stamens, the superior ovary, and the many ovules with parietal placentation. Some yellow sap can be seen where the ovary wall has been cut open.

Photo by K. R. Robertson & D. L. Nickrent from plants growing in Dr. Robertson's backyard.

[Next]  [Previous]   [Floral Formula]  [Lecture Text]