Question

The most advanced type of inflorescence is
A) Corymb
B) Catkin
C) Spadix
D) Capitulum

Answer 1

The answer is option D.

Capitulum (Head):This is characterized of (Asteraceae) compositae. Penduncle is the part which gets flattened in rder to take up the role of receptacle which bears flowers arranged centripetally which are small and sessile known as florets covered on all sides by involucre of bracts.

Some of the common examples are Marigold and Sunflower.

Answer 2

Option D....

Capitulum ....

eg.Sunflower

Marigold....

i.e. members of asteracy family