In others, pollination occurs underwater, where pollen may form elongated strands, increasing chance of success. Most aquatic species have a totally submerged juvenile phase, and flowers are either floating or emerge above the water's surface.
In some instances, pollination happens underwater, with pollen forming long strands to improve the chances of successful fertilization. Most aquatic plants have a juvenile phase that is entirely submerged, and their flowers either float on the water or extend above it.