Question

The leaf of papaya is __________.

• A. Simple
• B. Compound
• C. Complex
• D. Spiny

Answer 1

The correct option is B Compound

In compound leaf, the laminate is incised and reach the midrib and break it into number of leaflets (bud is not present in the axil of leaflets)

Two types of compound leaves may exist:

• Pinnately compound leaf − Leaflets are present on a common axis called rachis (equivalent to the midrib of leaf as in neem).
  
• Palmately compound leaf − Leaflets are attached at a common point (at tip of petiole as in cotton). It is seen in Papaya.
  

So, the correct option is 'Compound'.