Thalictrum (Meadow-Rue):  These flowers are greatly reduced for wind-pollination.  The perianth is reduced to inconspicuous sepals.  The many stamens are large and pendent.  In addition, many species are unisexual, either monoecious or dioecious.  The leaves are compound.    

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