Single Choice

Find the correct match.

AMustard plant : Opposite phyllotaxy
BMustard plant : Alternate phyllotaxy
Correct Answer
CGuava plant : Alternate phyllotaxy
DGuava plant : Whorled phyllotaxy

Solution

In alternate phyllotaxy, a single leaf arises from the node of a branch, leaves are arranged in an alternate manner, this type of phyllotaxy is found in the sunflower, mustard, and peepal.
So, the correct option is 'Mustard plant: Alternate phyllotaxy'.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Anatomy and Morphology of Plants

Explain with suitable examples, the different types of phyllotaxy.

Anatomy and Morphology of Plants

In _____ phyllotaxy, a pair of leaves arise at each node and lie opposite to each other as in _____ plant.

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