Model: Typical Flower (Large size on Base)

The dicot flower model is enlarged approximately 8X and allows students to easily study the floral components and the reproductive functions of flowers. This model can be disassembled to reveal the pollen grains inside, showing the process of pollination. Disassemble to reveal the pollen grains inside and study the process of pollination.

Important structures are numbered on the flower model and correspond to an accompanying key card.

Vertical Section (V.S.): A cut that runs perpendicular to the surface of the specimen, revealing its internal structure from top to bottom.

Educational Use: The model is designed for use in medical anatomy and physiology courses, patient education, and in medical offices where visualization of the female pelvis is needed.

Stem (Peduncle): The stalk that supports the flower.

Sepals: The outermost, leaf-like structures that protect the developing bud. They are collectively called the calyx.

Petals: Brightly colored structures located inside the sepals that attract pollinators. They are collectively called the corolla.

Pollen Grains: Inside the protective walls, pollen grains contain highly specialized cellular machinery dedicated to reproduction.

Stamen:

The male reproductive part, consisting of:

• Anther: The part that produces pollen.
• Filament: The stalk that supports the anther.

Pistil:

The female reproductive part, consisting of:

• Stigma: The sticky tip where pollen lands.
• Style: The stalk connecting the stigma to the ovary.
• Ovary: The enlarged base of the pistil containing the ovules.

These parts work together in the process of pollination and fertilization, leading to seed development.