Rhododendron – Rhododendron ponticum

Pollen Description : Rhododendron pollen is distinctive due to its composite structure of three fused bodies, although these bodies also appear to be joined at their tips, by a flat membrane.  Altogether the whole structure is approximately 50 um across.  There are three furrow type apertures and the surface appears smooth.

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