Question

Which of the following characteristics will help a plant be pollinated by wind?

• A. Light and dry pollen
• B. Heavy and sticky pollen
• C. Large and bright coloured flowers
• D. Small and dull coloured flowers

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

Small and dull coloured flowers

Light and dry pollen can easily be air borne and therefore this characteristic supports wind pollination.
Flowers pollinated by wind are small and dull coloured as there is no need for attracting birds and insects.