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Agriculture · Q140

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Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 140

Q140

Inflorescence of Anthurium is

A.
Spadix
Answer
B.
Raceme
C.
Cyme
D.
Hypanthodium

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Inflorescence of Anthurium is Spadix.
The spadix is a type of inflorescence having small flowers borne on a fleshy stem. Spadices are typical of the family Araceae, the arums or aroids. The spadix is typically surrounded by a leaf-like curved bract known as a spathe.
Anthurium spp. Belongs to the family Araceae. It is a typical spadix with a large colourful spathe. The spadix and spathe are the main focus of Anthurium breeders, who develop cultivars in bright colours and unique shapes.