Bumblebee preference for symmetrical flowers

Authors :: Moller, Anders Pape
Source :: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States. March 14, 1995, Vol. 92 Issue 6, p2288, 5 p.
Publication Year :: 1995
Abstract: Bumblebee exhibits preference for flower symmetry in Epilobium angustifolium, as explained by large nectar production in symmetrical flowers. Thus, floral symmetry indicates nectar production, thereby improving pollen transport. Floral asymmetry reflects developmental homeostasis, explaining developmental selection in the plants.

Subjects :: Flowers -- Morphology
Bumblebees -- Research
Pollen -- Dispersal
Science and technology

ISSN :: 00278424
Volume :: 92
Issue :: 6
Database :: Gale General OneFile
Journal :: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States
Publication Type :: Academic Journal
Accession number :: edsgcl.17102238

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