Question

Which one of the following is not true about monocotyledons?

• A. Embryo has single cotyledon
• B. Leaves show parallel venation
• C. Flowers are generally trimerous
• D. Vascular bundle are conjoint, collateral and open

Answer 1

The correct option is D Vascular bundle are conjoint, collateral and open

Characteristic features of monocots include the following -
1. Embryo with single cotyledon.

2. Leaves oblong or linear often sheathed at the base.

3. Parallel venation, trimerous flowers

4. Presence of adventitious roots that are fibrous.

5. Vascular bundles numerous and scattered in ground parenchyma

6. Cortex and stele not differentiated.