Question

Which of the following is not the characteristic
features of fabaceae?
(1) Tap root system, compound leaves and
raceme inflorescence.
(2) Flowers actinomorphic, twisted aestivation
and gamopetalous.
(3) Stamens 10, introse, basi fixed, dithecous.
(4) Monocarpellary, ovary superior and bent
stigma​

Answer 1

Answer:

Option b

Explanation:

Characteristic features of the family Fabaceae are -

1. Leaves are usually alternate and compound.

2. The flowers are zygomorphic and in general, have five fused sepals.

3. The petals are also five free.

4. The presence of having a short usually cup-shaped hypanthium.

5. Stamens ten in number, superior ovary and curved style.

6. Placentation marginal.

Flowers of Fabaceae do not show actinomorphic nature, twisted aestivation and gamopetaly. Thus, the correct answer is option B.

Answer 2

Answer:

Option-2

Explanation:

In fabaceae flowers aren't actinomorphic. They are zygomorphic.