Entomophily is a form of pollination whereby pollen or spores are distributed by insects. Several insects are reported to be responsible for the pollination (potential or effective) of many plant species, particularly bees, Lepidoptera (e.g., butterflies and moths), wasps, flies, ants and beetles. Some plant species co-evolved with a particular po...
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Seed plants which are pollinated by insects are said to be entomophilous.
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Seed plants which are pollinated by insects are said to be entomophilous.
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entomophilous, entomophile, entomophily, entomophilic 1. In biology, pollinated by, or dispersed by the agency of, insects. 2. Attracted to insects or attracted by insects, or (flowers) attractive to insects which fertilize them. 3. Pollination of flowers by insects; such as, orchids and irises.
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