Question

Consider the following fruit crops.
a. Musa
b. Malus
c. Citrus
d. Mangifera
In which of the nuclear polyembryony is known to occur commonly?

• A. $1,2$ and $3$
• B. $3$ only
• C. $3$ and $4$
• D. $1,2$ and $4$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $3$ only

The correct answer is B.

Nuclear polyembryony is a form of seed reproduction that occurs in certain plant species, including many citrus varieties. It is a type of seed formation in which the nuclear cells that are present in the embryo divide and form many more embryos. These are the exact clones of the parents because these are formed from nuclear cells. Nuclear polyembryony is important to the citrus industry, as it allows for the production of uniform rootstock which yields consistent results in fruit production.