Mode of Reproduction in Plant

Plants reproduce using two main methods: asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction.

Asexual reproduction  

• Asexual reproduction produces a new plant from a part of the parent plant without the use of seeds or spores.  

• This can happen through a variety of techniques, including vegetative propagation, which involves the formation of new plants from structures such as stems, roots, and leaves.  

• Examples include strawberry runners, potato tubers, and onion bulb development. Asexual reproduction ensures that the offspring are genetically identical to their parents, which is beneficial in stable environments where adaptation is less critical.     

Sexual reproduction

• In plants, sexual reproduction is the union of male and female gametes, which usually occurs through pollination.  

• Flowers are the reproductive structures of most plants, where pollen from the male part (anther) is transmitted to the female part (stigma) via wind, water, or pollinators such as insects.  

• This leads to fertilization, which produces seeds that grow into new plants. Sexual reproduction introduces genetic variety, which improves plant species' ability to adapt to changing environments and resist disease, contributing to their long-term survival.