What is the term used for a sterile stamen in a flower?

What is the term used for a sterile stamen in a flower?
  1. Anther
  2. Pollen-sacs
  3. Staminode
  4. Filament

Solution

A stamen that does not produce pollen is called a staminode. It is a sterile structure and does not play a role in the reproductive process of the flower.

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