Question:
Which of the followings belong to Poaceae family?
(A) Pearl millet, Rice and Wheat
(B) Foxtail, Barley and Sorghum
(C) Horsegram and Chia seeds
(D) Cotton and Okra
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Which of the followings belong to Poaceae family?
(A) Pearl millet, Rice and Wheat
(B) Foxtail, Barley and Sorghum
(C) Horsegram and Chia seeds
(D) Cotton and Okra
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
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Poaceae is the 5th largest plant family, providing staple foods for humans and livestock worldwide.
Updated On: Jun 5, 2025
- (A) and (B) only
- (B) and (C) only
- (C) and (D) only
- (B) and (D) only
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Poaceae family (True grasses):
Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum)
Rice (Oryza sativa)
Wheat (Triticum aestivum)
Foxtail millet (Setaria italica)
Barley (Hordeum vulgare)
Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor)
Non
Poaceae:
Horsegram: Fabaceae
Chia: Lamiaceae
Cotton: Malvaceae
Okra: Malvaceae
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