Question

In some plants where flowering occurs more than once

Answer 1

Answer:

If a plant has actually progressed to the "Adult Reproductive Phase" once, then it remains there. "Regression" to a juvenile phase only may happen from the adult vegetative phase.

Explanation:

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· Juvenility – following germination the plant increases in size as the cells enlarge and differentiate to form stems, leaves and roots. In some woody plants, this stage is characterised by the plant’s inability to form flowers, or the loss or reduction in the ability of cuttings to form adventitious roots.

· Maturity – this phase is marked by the formation and development of the sexual organs (the flower buds, flowers, fruit and seed).