Q24 / 160 · JIPMER 2011 · Botany

In Dianthus, placentation is

  • A
    basal
  • Correct answer
    B
    free central
  • C
    axile
  • D
    marginal

Solution

In free central placentation the syncarpous gynoecium is unilocular and the placentae are borne on a central column formed by extension of base of the gynoecium where the carpels fuse or the suppression of septa. e.g., Stellaria, Dianthus.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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