Question

The inflorescence of Coriander is?

• A. Umbel
• B. Corymb
• C. Typical raceme
• D. Umbel of umbels

Answer 1

The correct option is D Umbel of umbels

A. Umbel in which the main axis is reduced very much and all flowers appear to be arising from the same point. At the base of flowers, cluster of bracts forming an involucre. It is a type of racemose inflorescence. An example is hydrocotyle.

B. A corymb is lower flowers have long pedicels than upper ones so that all the flowers are brought more or less to the same level. The main axis is short. It is a type of racemose inflorescence. Examples are Iberis and Capsella.

C. Typical raceme is peduncle having bisexual and pedicellate flowers arranged acropetally. It is a type of racemose inflorescence. Examples are Larkspur and radish.

D. Umbel of umbels is also called a compound umbel. It is a type of racemose inflorescence. An example is coriander.

So, the correct answer is 'Umbel of umbels'.