Q14 / 200 · NEET 2012 (Screening) · Botany

Phyllode is present in

  • A
    Asparagus
  • B
    Euphorbia
  • Correct answer
    C
    Australian Acacia
  • D
    Opuntia

Solution

The lamina in compound leaves of some plants fall off soon and petiole get modified into sickle-shaped leafy structure which performs photosynthesis. Such a modified petiole is called phyllode. Phyllodes develop usually vertically and possess fewer stomata hence, reduce transpiration, e.g., Australian Acacia, Parkinsonia, etc.

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

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