Ways of Dispersal

• Fruits: Samaras, plumes or hairs on fruit


  Ways of Dispersal by Wind 
• Seeds: Small and lightweight, or with wings. 

  Ways of Dispersal by Wind 
• Seeds pass through the digestive tract.

  Ways of Dispersal by Animals
• Fruits and seeds adhere to fur or feathers, 

  Ways of Dispersal by Animals
• • Oil attracts ants. 

  Ways of Dispersal by Animals
• Elaiosomes on bleeding hearts are used as food by ants. 
• Some fruits contain trapped air for flotation. 

  Water Dispersal
• Coconuts and cranberries do this.

  Water Dispersal