Petiole is modified into tendril in [AFMC 1996; Orissa JEE 2000]
A) Passiflora B) Gloriosa C) Pisum D) Clematis
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Correct Answer: D
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In few plants the petioles are modified in to tendrils and helps the plant climbing e.g., Clematis and Tropaeolum.
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In few plants the petioles are modified in to tendrils and helps the plant climbing e.g., Clematis and Tropaeolum.
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Answer: D) Clematis
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The petiole is a stalk like structure that attaches a leaf to that of the stem of the plant. A tendril is a thread like structure which facilitates the climbing in plants and also provide support to the plant.
In some plants the petiole is modified to form the tendril so as to facilitate in climbing. This can be seen in Clematis.
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