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What is phylloclade ?​

Answer 1

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Phylloclade is a special modified photosynthetic stem present mostly in xerophytes. They have a reduction in leaf size, early leaf fall, the formation of scaly leaves, spine, thorns, cuticle etc to reduce transpiration. In such cases, the stem becomes flattened and carry out photosynthesis.Phylloclade is a modified stem that is flattened or cylindrical and capable of unlimited growth. They are green and capable of photosynthesis. In phylloclade producing plants the true leaves are reduced to spines or scales. Examples include Opuntia, Casuarina etc.

Answer 2

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