Draw a labelled diagram of a typical flower.

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(N/A) typical flower consists of four different kinds of whorls arranged successively on the swollen end of the stalk or pedicel,called the thalamus or receptacle. These are:
$1$. Calyx (Wajrachakra): The outermost whorl of the flower,consisting of sepals. They protect the flower in the bud stage.
$2$. Corolla (Dalchakra): The second whorl,consisting of petals. They are usually brightly coloured to attract insects for pollination.
$3$. Androecium (Pumkesarchakra): The third whorl,composed of stamens. Each stamen represents the male reproductive organ.
$4$. Gynoecium (Strikesearchakra): The innermost whorl,consisting of one or more carpels. Each carpel represents the female reproductive organ.

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