Question

Dehiscence is porous and basal in the anthers of

• A. Solanum
• B. Cassia
• C. Barberry
• D. Maize

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Solanum

Dehiscence of the anther can be of following types:

1. Longitudinal: The anther lobes burst along the ventral suture, seen commonly in many flowers.

2. Transverse: It is seen in monothecous anthers, as in Malvaceae.

3. Porous and Apical: Dehiscence through the apical pore, as seen in Solanaceae.

4. Valvular: When the wall of the anther opens up in a whole, as seen in Berberis.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Solanum'.