Question

Is calyx and sepals are same?

Answer 1

Collectively the sepals are called the calyx (plural calyces), the outermost whorl of parts that form a flower. Morphologically, bothsepals and petals are modified leaves. The calyx (the sepals) and the corolla (the petals) are the outer sterile whorls of the flower, which together form what is known as the perianth.



The sepals are the lower, or outermost, part of the flower. They fold over the tender, closed bud and protect it from cold and other injuries while it is developing. Usually sepals are green. In many flowers, however, they are as colorful as the petals and increase the flower's attractiveness to insects.