| Type of Inflorescence | Examples of Plants | Simple/Complex Inflorescence | Figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Brush (Кисть) | |||
| 2. Umbel (Зонтик) | |||
| 3. Spadix (Початок) | |||
| 4. Head (Головка) | |||
| 5. Spike (Колос) | |||
| 6. Basket (Корзинка) | |||
| 7. Corymb (Щиток) | |||
| 8. Cyme (Завиток) | |||
| 9. Panicle (Метелка) | |||
| 10. Compound Umbel (Сложный зонтик) | |||
| 11. Compound Spike (Сложный колос) | |||
| 12. Compound Corymb (Сложный щиток) |
Biological significance of inflorescences:
The biological significance of inflorescences lies in their ability to facilitate pollination and seed dispersal. They can attract pollinators through visual cues (color, size) and scent, and by presenting a large number of flowers in a concentrated area. This increases the chances of successful pollination and subsequent fruit and seed development. Different types of inflorescences are adapted to various pollination mechanisms and environmental conditions.