Flower
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- 1. The young, tightly closed part of a plant before it blooms and opens up to reveal the colorful petals.
- 5. A fine, powdery substance found inside male parts of flowers, which is necessary for plant reproduction using insects or the wind.
- 7. The hobby or skill of cultivating, growing, and caring for plants and flowers in specific areas, such as yards, parks, or pots.
- 8. A type of flowering plant that lives for more than two years, continuing to grow and produce flowers year after year.
- 10. A type of flowering plant that completes its life cycle, from seed to bloom and back again, in just one growing season.
- 11. A usually green, flat structure that grows from the stem or branches, capturing sunlight and producing energy through photosynthesis.
- 12. The underground part of a plant that absorbs water and nutrients from the soil, anchoring the plant in place.
- 13. The long, slender, and typically green part of a flowering plant that supports the head or bud and transports water and nutrients.
- 14. A small part of a plant, usually enclosed in a protective outer covering, which can grow into a new plant when given the right conditions.
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- 1. A carefully arranged collection of many blooms, often given to someone as a gift or used for decoration during special events like weddings.
- 2. A sharp, pointy growth that some plants have on their stems or leaves, serving as a defense mechanism against animals that might eat them.
- 3. Animals, like bees and butterflies, that help plants reproduce by transferring pollen from one flower to another while they collect nectar.
- 4. The pleasant and unique scent given off by many blossoms, attracting insects that help with reproduction or pollination.
- 6. The colorful and often soft outer parts of a bloom that surround the plant's reproductive parts.
- 9. A container made from materials like glass, ceramic, or metal, often filled with water to keep cut flowers fresh and arranged beautifully.