Question

In members belonging to the Solanaceae family generally what type of inflorescence is seen?

Answer 1

Inflorescence in Solanaceae:

1. Species belonging to the Solanaceae family's inflorescence are typically referred to as cymes.
2. Cymose inflorescences are typically distinguished by a special growth pattern in which the inflorescence meristem terminates in a floral bud, followed by the development of the subsequent floral meristem on the flank of the previous flower.
3. The helicoid cyme develops floral buds on one side of the peduncle, while the scorpioid cyme alternatively develops floral buds on two sides of the peduncle.