In which of the following family the calyx is modified into papus?

Asteraceae

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Fabaceae

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Solanaceae

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Asteraceae
Cypsela fruit has a distinct character that its pericarp is free from seed coat but fused with thalamus and are having a crown of hairs at the top called as pappus which is a modified calyx that surrounds the base of corolla. It is mainly present in Asteraceae or mustard family.
So the correct option is 'Asteraceae'

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