Choose the incorrect statement w.r.t. racemose inflorescence:

Acropetally arranged flowers

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Growing point or shoot apex is consumed

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Centripetal anthesis

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Flowers may be unisexual or bisexual

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The correct option is B Growing point or shoot apex is consumed
B. Growing point or shoot apex is consumed
EXPLANATION: Racemose is a type of inflorescence. The main axis in this inflorescence continues to grow indefinitely. Flowers are borne laterally in acropetal succession. Group of flowers are arranged centripetally. Growing point or shoot apex is consumed in racemose inflorescence.

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