Question

What type of phyllotaxy is seen in colocasia leaf?

Answer 1

ANSWER

Phyllotaxis is the phenomenon of mode of arrangement of leaves on the stem. It is of three types, namely alternate, opposite and whorled. In alternate phyllotaxy, a single leaf arises from the node. This type of phyllotaxy is seen in sunflower, mustard. In opposite phyllotaxy, two leaves arise from the node in opposite directions. It is seen in guava, Calotropis. In whorled phyllotaxy. more than two leaves arise from the node. It is seen in Alstonia. Thus, the correct answer is 'Opposite