Q. Select the characters, which are not applicable to the family-Solanaceae? I.Epipetalous and syngenesious anthers II.Bicarpellary and syncarpous ovary III.Oblique ovary with axile placentation IV.Stamens six, arranged in two whorls V.Bicarpellary, syncarpous and inferior ovary
A) II and III only
B) I, IV and V only
C) II, IV and V only
D) I and III only
Explanation
In family-Solanaceae, the androecium consists of five stamens which are epipetalous, polyandrous, and alternate to petals, filaments inserted deep in the corolla tube, anthers dithecous, ususlly basifixed or dorsifixed, introrse.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.