Plant ecology: New insights into the adaptive significance of rapid floral movements

Rapid movements by plants have been a subject of interest since Linnaeus in the 18th century. Largely lacking, however, has been a modern understanding of the adaptive significance of such movements. A recent study shows that rapid stamen movements can increase male fitness by scaring off pollinators once they have pollen placed on them.

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This study shows that rapid movements of stamens can enhance male fitness by deterring pollinators after pollen transfer.