Question

The axis of inflorescence is known as __________.

• A. Petiole
• B. Pedicle
• C. Peduncle
• D. Pinna

Answer 1

The correct option is C Peduncle

• The stalk holding the complete inflorescence and bearing the flowers or fruit, in a flowering plant is known as the peduncle.
• The pedicle is the stem that attaches a single flower.
• The petiole is the stalk that attaches a leaf to the stem and the leaflet of a pinnately compound leaf is called pinna.

So, the correct option is 'Peduncle'.