Various types of crystals of calcium carbonate or oxalate are reported in certain families which can also be regarded as aid to taxonomy. Crystals of gypsum are present either singly or in clusters in

Tomarix dioica

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Ficus benghalensis

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Momordica charantia

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Nymphaea sp.

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Solution

The correct option is B Ficus benghalensis
Crystals of calcium oxalate, starch grains, stone cells with lignified walls, brown tannin cells, and crystals of gypsum are present in the cells of Ficus benghalensis, they belong to family Moraceae. The presence of different crystals is the characteristic feature that distinguishes families from each other.
So, the correct option is 'Ficus benghalensis'.

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