Question:

Identify the floral formula of the following characters.
Ebracteolate, United perianth, pentacarpellary syncarpous, zygomorphic, superior ovary, bisexual.

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Use floral formula symbols: $\oplus$ for actinomorphic, $%$ for zygomorphic, underline for inferior ovary, and $\male\female$ for bisexual.
Updated On: Jun 2, 2025
  • Ebrl, K(5) A̅(5) ⊕, ♀
  • Ebrl, (P), G(5) %, ♂♀
  • Ebrl, C(5), G(5) %, ♂♀
  • Ebr, (K), G(3) ⊕, ♂
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

The floral formula encodes floral characteristics using symbolic notation. Let's interpret each clue in the question:

  • Ebracteolate (Ebrl): Indicates absence of bracts.
  • United perianth (P): Instead of separate calyx and corolla, the perianth is undifferentiated and fused.
  • Pentacarpellary syncarpous: Five fused carpels — written as G(5).
  • Zygomorphic: Bilateral symmetry — represented by the symbol %.
  • Superior ovary: Ovary is above the other floral parts — no underline under G.
  • Bisexual: Flower has both male and female reproductive parts — denoted by ♂♀ (♂♀).

Among the options, only option (2) accurately includes all these features:

  • Ebrl (no bract)
  • (P) for united perianth
  • G(5) for five fused carpels
  • % for zygomorphy
  • ♂♀ for bisexual flower
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