Caruncle is found in

calotropis

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castor

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litchi

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black pepper

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The correct option is B castor
Caruncle is a white spongy bilobed outgrowth present near the narrow end of the seed. It partially covers the hilum (dark scar) and completely covers the micropyle (small pore). Caruncle absorbs water which percolates through the micropyle into the seed.

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