Inflorescence with thick, fleshy axis and large coloured bracts is

Spathe

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Spadix

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Spikelet

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Hypanthodium

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Solution

The correct option is A Spathe
(A) Spathe - It is a large sheathing bract enclosing the flower cluster of certain plants.
(B) Spadix - These are spike of minute flowers closely arranged in a fleshy axis.
(C) Spikelet - It is the basic unit of a grass flower, consisting of two glumes or outer bracts.
(D) Hypanthodium - It is a special type of inflorescence.
So, the correct option is 'Spathe'

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