Consider a plant with a compound umbel inflorescence. If each ray of the main umbel bears a small, condensed cyme instead of a single flower, how would this modified inflorescence be BEST classified, and what advantage might this structure confer?
Cyme of umbels; enhanced seed dispersal
Compound raceme of umbels; protection from herbivores
Compound umbel of cymes; increased flower number and display area
Hypanthodium; trap for pollinators
Related Questions
Inflorescence in Musa
Thyrsus
Catkin
Spadix
Umbel
Which inflorescence type has a cluster of sessile flowers arranged on a shortened axis?
Raceme
Spike
Capitulum
Catkin
In a cymose inflorescence, the main axis:
Continues to grow indefinitely
Terminates in a flower
Bears only male flowers
Bears only female flowers
In which type of inflorescence do the flowers mature from the periphery towards the center?
Basipetal
Centrifugal
Centripetal
Acropetal
The order of opening of flower parts from the periphery towards the centre, is called
Acropetal
Centripetal
Centrifugal
Basipetal
Inflorescence axis is called
Rachis
Pedicel
Petiole
Peduncle
In a hypothetical plant species, the inflorescence exhibits a unique combination of features: a condensed cymose head surrounded by an involucre of brightly colored bracts that mimic petals. The individual flowers within the head are inconspicuous. Which existing inflorescence type does this MOST closely resemble, and what evolutionary advantage might this unique structure offer?
Cyathium; protection from herbivores
Hypanthodium; trap for pollinators
Capitulum; enhanced pollinator attraction
Verticillaster; increased seed dispersal
Which of these is an example of a racemose inflorescence?
Sunflower
Fig
Radish
Marigold
Onion is an example for
Umbel
Corymb
Head
Spike
Edible part of cauliflower is
Bud
Inflorescence
Flower
Fruit
