Male cones grow near ( the of the plant while female cones are located near the (
1- bottom or top?
2- top or bottom?

1) bottom
2) top

The female cones are located at the top of the tree while make cones are at the bottom. The placement of cones is important in reproduction. Because cross-pollination between trees is desired. Wind will bring pollen from the male cone to female cones from other trees.