dandelion seed
Their parachute-like structures carry them through the air. This topic is part of Botany within Science & Nature. This page currently draws on 4 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
dandelion seed trivia questions
Dandelion seeds are mainly dispersed by what?
Answer: Wind
Bonus fact: Their parachute-like structures carry them through the air.
What is the fluffy parachute structure on a dandelion seed called?
Answer: Pappus
Bonus fact: The pappus consists of fine hairs.
Each dandelion 'seed' is technically a dry fruit called what?
Answer: Cypsela
Bonus fact: The true seed is contained inside the small fruit.
What happens to a dandelion flower head after it goes to seed?
Answer: It forms a puffball of seeds
Bonus fact: Each dandelion seed is attached to a parachute-like structure that helps wind dispersal.