Question

Which among the following is incorrect about phyllotaxy?

• A. The arrangement of leaves in the plant is called phyllotaxy
• B. In alternate phyllotaxy, a single leaf is present at each node
• C. Opposite phyllotaxy is present in China rose
• D. In whorled phyllotaxy, multiple leaves are present at each node

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Opposite phyllotaxy is present in China rose

The arrangement of leaves in the plant is called phyllotaxy. In alternate phyllotaxy, a single leaf is present at each node. This kind of phyllotaxy is seen in China rose. In whorled phyllotaxy, multiple leaves are present at each node.