NEET Botany Flower MCQ Question
What type of aestivation occurs when the margins of sepals or petals overlap each other but not in any particular direction?
Imbricate
Valvate
Twisted
Vexillary
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Imbricate aestivation is described as having margins of sepals or petals overlapping one another without a specific direction, as referenced in the NCERT context.
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