Nectary (pl. Nectaries) At Biology Glossary
What is it? An area in the tissue in a flower that secretes sugary nectar, serving as an attraction for visiting insects. Nectaries are frequently deep inside the corolla so that the pollinator both deposits and carries off pollen.Bio Definition Added By: Kaylee
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