Which of the following are characteristic features of Solanaceae family?
- B, C and D only
- A, B and C only
- D only
- A and B only
Answer
(2) A, B and C only
Solution
As per NCERT, floral features of Solanaceae:
Flowers bisexual, actinomorphic ⇒ A is correct.
Calyx: sepals five, united, persistent, valvate aestivation ⇒ B is correct.
Androecium: stamens five, epipetalous ⇒ C is correct.
Gynoecium: bicarpellary, obliquely placed, syncarpous; ovary superior, bilocular, placenta swollen with many ovules ⇒ D (ovary inferior) is incorrect.
∴ A, B and C only.
Answer: (2)