Question

Distinguish between Hypogynous flower and Epigynous flower

Answer 1

hypogynous flower :-
1)in the hypogynous flower the gynocium occupies the highest position while other parts are situated below it .
2)the ovary in such flowers is said to be Superior.
3) eg. mustard ,China rose and brinjal .

epigynous flower :-
1)in epigynous flower the margin of thalamus grows upward and closing the ovary completely and getting fused with it, the other parts of the flower arise above the ovary .
2)ovary is said to be inferior.
3)eg.guava and cucumber..

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