Question

In a whorled phyllotaxy

• A. Leaves are arranged alternately at the nodes
• B. Leaves are arranged on either side of the same node opposite to each other
• C. One leaf is borne at one node leaving a gap of a node between two consecutive leaves
• D. Three or more leaves are arranged at each node

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Three or more leaves are arranged at each node

The pattern of arrangement of leaves on the stem is called phyllotaxy.

In alternate phyllotaxy, consecutive leaves are produced in a spiral manner around the stem.

In opposite phyllotaxy, the leaves are arranged in pairs on either side of the same node.

In whorled phyllotaxy, more than two leaves occur at a node.

So, the correct answer is 'Three or more leaves are arranged at each node'