Question

Why does wind pollinated plants produce large amount of pollen. the answer starts with Because most of the pollen does not_______________.

Answer 1

When pollen is transported by wind, this is called anemophily. Wind-pollinated plants do not invest in resources that attract pollinating organisms, such as showy flowers, nectar, and scent. Instead, they produce larger quantities of light, dry pollen from small, plain flowers that can be carried on the wind