Question

Differentiate between phyllode and phylloclade.

Answer 1

Phylloclade	Phyllode
1)It is modified stem that carries out photosynthesis.	1)It is modified petiole or rachis or leaf that carries out photosynthesis.
2)It does not bear axillary bud.	2)Bud is present at the axil of phyllode.
3)It is differentiated into nodes and internodes.	3)Nodes and internodes are absent.
4)It has unlimited growth.	4)It has limited growth.
5)It can take part in vegetative reproduction.	5)it can not take part in vegetative reproduction.