Question

Classification of Angiosperms is based on floral character, because

• A. Floral parts are more conservative than vegetative parts
• B. Floral parts are more coloured
• C. Floral parts are visible
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Floral parts are more conservative than vegetative parts

• As evident from most of the classificatory systems, floral characters, in general, have been preferred over vegetative characters.
• There may be a wide variation in several superficial vegetative attributes, especially at higher levels.
• As for example, structure, size and shape of leaves may be extremely variable within a genus or even within a species.
• Hence, Classification of Angiosperms is based on floral character, because Floral parts are more conservative than vegetative parts.
• So, the correct answer is 'Floral parts are more conservative than vegetative parts'.