Question

Among China rose, mustard, brinjal, potato, guava, cucumber, onion, and tulip how many plants have superior ovary?

• A. Three
• B. Four
• C. Six
• D. Five

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Six

The correct option is C.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Based on the position of the ovary compared to other floral parts, it is of three types.
2. Certain flowers have ovaries above the stamens and perianth of the flower. This is referred to as a superior ovary and such flowers are called hypogynous flowers.
3. Mustard, china rose, potato, brinjal, onion, and tulip have hypogynous flowers.
4. Guava and cucumber have epigynous flowers where the stamens are present above the ovary. This indicated the ovary is inferiorly placed.
5. If the ovary is situated at the same level as other floral parts, it is said to have perigynous flowers.

Final answer: Six plants have a superior ovary.