Flowers having epigynous gamopetalous condition and basal placentation are found in
A
Compositae
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B
Cucurbitaceae
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C
Solanaceae
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D
Malvaceae
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Solution
The correct option is B Compositae Cucurbitaceae - free 5 petals, epigynous flower (i.e. sepals, petals, stamens are successively and freely inserted above the ovary), pseudo axile placentation (placentae are enlarged intruding and often meeting in the center). Solanaceae- epigynous, gamopetalous condition and axile placentation. Malvaceae- free 5 petals, hypogynous flower (i.e. sepals, petals, stamens are successively and freely inserted below the ovary), axile placentation (placentae are enlarged intruding and often meeting in the center). Compositae- flowers having epigynous gamopetalous (fused petals) condition and basal placentation.