Plants reproduce in two main ways — sexually and asexually.
1. Sexual reproduction
- This type involves male and female cells (gametes).
- The male part of the flower (stamen) produces pollen, and the female part (carpel or pistil) has the ovary containing ovules.
- When pollen reaches the ovule (a process called fertilization), it forms a seed.
- The seed then grows into a new plant.
- Examples: Flowering plants like roses, peas, and mango trees.
2. Asexual reproduction
- This type does not involve male and female cells.
- A new plant grows from parts of an existing plant — such as roots, stems, or leaves.
- Common types include:
- Cuttings (rose)
- Runners (strawberry)
- Bulbs (onion)
- Tubers (potato)
In short:
- Sexual reproduction → uses seeds formed after fertilization.
- Asexual reproduction → no seeds; new plants grow from existing parts.