STANDARDBotany-Morphology of Flowering Plants
STANDARD Botany Leaf Arrangement MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Whorled, simple leaves with reticulate venation are present in
A
Calotropis
B
Neem
C
China rose
D
Alstonia
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
In Alstonia, five or more leaves arises from each node, so it shows whorled phyllotaxy. The leaves are leathery, sessile, simple which are elliptical or ovate or wedge shaped at the base. It is used in traditional medicines.
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