Organism
Flowering Plants
TL;DR
Co-evolved with pollinators in mutualistic relationships.
Co-evolved with pollinators in mutualistic relationships. Plants evolved nectar (reward for pollinators), bright colors and scents (attractants), and floral shapes matched to pollinator morphology. This positive-sum co-evolution created a $200+ billion global pollination economy where both parties benefit.
Notable Traits of Flowering Plants
- Nectar production
- Pollinator-matched floral structures
- Color and scent signaling