Question

Which of the following flowers is only one in its lifetime?

• A. Jackfruit
• B. Mango
• C. Papaya
• D. Bamboo species

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Bamboo species

The correct option is D.

The explanation for the correct option:

1. The life cycle of the bamboo plant is of about 80-100 years.
2. This plant is monocarpic.
3. It flowers only once in its life.

The explanation for the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Jackfruit is polycarpic.
2. It flowers various times in its life cycle.

Option B:

1. Mango is polycarpic.
2. It flowers various times in its life cycle.

Option C:

1. Papaya is polycarpic.
2. It flowers various times in its life cycle.

Final answer: Bamboo species flower only once in their lifetime.