In monocotyledons, the leaves

Arise at the tip of the stem only

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Do not sheath the stem

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Sheath the stem

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Sheath the stem only in the lower portion

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The correct option is C Sheath the stem
The stems of monocots are usually unbranched and fleshy. They do not grow thicker from year to year. New leaves often grow wrapped in a protective sheath formed by the older leaf.

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