Question

explain the term Monadelphous,Diadelphous,andPolyadelphous .in each case name a flower possessing such an androecium​

Answer 1

1. Monadelphous stamens- Filaments of all stamens are united forming a single bundle but the anthers are free. Example- Cotton

2. Diadelphous stamens- Filaments are united forming two bundles and anthers are free. Example- Pea

3. Polyadelphous stamens- Filaments are united forming a number of bundles but the anthers remain free. Example- Lemon

 

A bract is a part of a plant that may resemble a leaf or a petal. Their main function is to protect the flower from pests and harsh environmental conditions

Answer 2

Explanation of Monadelphous, Diadelphous, and Polyadelphous with examples:

• The androecium of the flower in which filaments of the stamens are fused as single bundle like structure it is called as Monadelphous. Cotton is example for this type of morphology.

• The androecium of the flower in which filaments of stamen fuses to form two bundles like structure it is called as diadelphous. Pea is example for this type of morphology.

• The androecium of the flower in which filaments of the stamens are fused to form more than bundle two like structure it is called as polyadelphous. Lemon is example for this type of morphology.