Types of Gynoecium Depending on Arrangement of Ovaries
In Gramineae/...
Question
In Gramineae/Poaceae, the inflorescence is
A
Spikelet
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B
Spadix
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C
Cyathium
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D
Corymb
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Solution
The correct option is B Spikelet Flowers of Poaceae are characteristically arranged in spikelet inflorescence. Each spikelet has one or more florets. The spikelets are further grouped into panicles and spikes. The part of spikelet which bears florets is called rachilla. Spikelets are arranged in spike inflorescence which is composed of spikelets that are combined in a various manner on the main axis called rachis.