Question

Which of the following are the characteristic features of Solanaceae?

I. Exstipulate leaves

II. Persistent calyx

III. Racemose inflorescence

IV. Unilocular ovary

V Fruits are either berry or capsule

• A. I, II and V
• B. I, III and IV
• C. Only I
• D. Only II

Answer 1

The correct option is A

I, II and V

Out of all the features given for the family Solanaceae, the correct features are that they have exstipulate leaves, calyx is usually persistent (as in brinjal, tomato, chilli, etc.) and fruits are either berry or capsule.