Question

Tetradynamous condition occurs in_______.

• A. Malvaceae
• B. Solanaceae
• C. Cruciferae
• D. Lilliaceae

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Cruciferae

The correct option is C

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Tetradynamous condition is a condition in which two stamens out of six are short and four stamens are long.
2. This condition is commonly observed in plants belonging to the family Cruciferae.
3. Example : Mustard.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Malvaceae has monoadephalous condition. In this condition all the filaments are merged into single bundle around carpel.
2. Example: Okra

Option B:

1. Solanaceae has five stamens and is epipetalous in nature. In this stamens are joint to the petals.
2. Example: Potato.

Option D:

1. Liliaceae consist of six stamens and are epipetalous in nature. In this stamens are joint to the petals of a flower.
2. Example: Onion.

Final answer: Cruciferae has tetradynamous condition.