Question

In Lathyrus aphaca, the leaves are modified into

• A. Spines
• B. Tendrils
• C. Scales
• D. Stem-like structures

Answer 1

The correct option is B Tendrils

There are various parts of leaf that modifies into tendrils in plants. In plants, either entire leaf, upper leaflets, terminal bud, petiole or stipule gets modified into tendril. In Lathyrus aphaca (wild pea), the entire leaf is modified into tendril. In Pisum sativum, the upper leaflets modified into tendrils. In Passiflora, the terminal bud is modified into tendrils. In Gloriosa, the leaf tip modified into tendril. In Clematis, the petiole is modified into tendril. In Smilax, the stipule is modified into tendril.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Tendrils.'