Unfortunately, the original publication of the article has an error in the labelling on Fig. 3. The correct figure is given in this correction.

Key message Anther development and dehiscence is considered from an evolutionary perspective to identify drivers for differentiation, functional conservation and to identify key questions for future male reproduction research. Abstract Development of viable pollen and its timely release from the anther are essential for fertilisation of angiosperm flowers. The formation and subsequent dehiscence of the anther are under tight r...