In a cymose inflorescence, the growth of the main axis is:
A. Always forming a raceme
B. Continuous and terminates in a flower
C. Limited, ending in a flower, with lateral branches continuing growth
D. Restricted to the base of the plant
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In cymose inflorescence, the main floral axis has limited growth and terminates in a flower. Subsequent flowers are produced by lateral branches, which also terminate in flowers, creating a sympodial growth pattern. This is in contrast to racemose inflorescence, where the main axis continues to grow indefinitely (monopodial) and flowers are arranged in an acropetal or basipetal order.
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