Question

First few leaves on a stem which are different from other leaves are called as

• A. Prophylls
• B. Sporophylls
• C. Cataphylls
• D. Hypsophylls

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Prophylls

First few leaves on a stem which are different from other leaves are called as prophylls. The node is one of the spots upon a stem where buds and intercalary meristems occur, usually marking the end of a season's growth. The frequently specialised or reduced leaf produced at the first node of a new shot is called as a prophyll.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.