Question
Biology Question on sexual reproduction in flowering plants
Nonessential floral organs in a flower are
A
sepals and petals
B
anther and ovary
C
stigma and filament
D
petals only
Answer
sepals and petals
Explanation
Solution
Anther and filament are the parts of male reproductive organ of flower called stamen whereas stigma, style and ovary are parts of female reproductive organ of flower called carpel. They are called essential floral organs. Sepals and petals are accessory or non-essential floral organs as they have only supportive role.