Question

What is the inflorescence of marigold?

Answer 1

Racemose inflorescence:

1. The main axis growth is indefinite in racemose inflorescence.
2. That leads to the formation of flower buds continuously.
3. The older flowers generally grow at the base whereas new flowers grow at the tip.
4. This type of arrangement is called acropetal succession.

Various types of racemose inflorescence are:

1. Raceme
2. Spike
3. Spikelets
4. Catkin
5. spadix
6. Corymb
7. Umbel
8. Capitulum

Capitulum inflorescence:

1. It is the most advanced type of racemose inflorescence.
2. In this type, flowers are closely packed flowers.
3. No stalks are present in it and flowers arise at the flattened levels.
4. Marigold contains capitulum inflorescence.