The stalk of the stamen which bears the anther is known as the ______.
A
stigma
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B
pistil
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C
filament
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D
style
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Solution
The correct option is C filament Stamens are the male reproductive parts of a flower which comprises of anther and filaments. Filaments are the long stalks of stamen on top of which the anthers are held.