Capitulum is considered most perfect (advanced) type of inflorescence because aggregation of florets ensures

Enhancement of attraction

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Maximum prorection of flowers

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Pollination of many flowers in a single visit by insects

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is D All of the above
Capitulum is considered most perfect (advanced) type of inflorescence because aggregation of florets ensures enhancement of attraction, maximum prorection of flowers and pollination of many flowers in a single visit by insects. Capitulum is a very contracted raceme in which the single sessile flowers share are borne on an enlarged stem.
Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

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