CBSE Class 11-science Answered

Explain the three types of phyllotaxy and give examples of each type.

Asked by Topperlearning User | 31 May, 2016, 09:01: AM

Expert Answer

The three types of phyllotaxy are as follows:

1. Alternate type of phyllotaxy:

A single leaf arises at each node in an alternate manner.

Examples: China rose, Sun flower

2. Opposite type of phyllotaxy:

A pair of leaves arise at each node and lie opposite to each other.

Examples: Calotropis, Guava

3. Whorled type of phyllotaxy:

More than two leaves arise at a node and form a whorl.

Example: Alstonia

Answered by | 31 May, 2016, 11:01: AM

Concept Videos

Answered Unanswered My Questions My Answers

CBSE 11-science - Biology

define inflorescence

Asked by gaurithapa288 | 03 Feb, 2021, 10:34: PM

ANSWERED BY EXPERT

CBSE 11-science - Biology

A tendril is not seen in tall trees. Why

Asked by rajesh.rkbgp | 31 Mar, 2020, 05:11: PM

ANSWERED BY EXPERT

CBSE 11-science - Biology

What is the difference between dorsoventral and isobilateral leaf

Asked by saradamahapatra9999 | 11 Jun, 2019, 12:58: PM

ANSWERED BY EXPERT

CBSE 11-science - Biology

What is meant by acropetal and basipetal order?

Asked by samirkumarsarma | 06 May, 2018, 10:06: AM

ANSWERED BY EXPERT

CBSE 11-science - Biology

Define stem.