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Inflorescence of Ficus is:

A)  spike                   

B)         hypanthodium

C)         raceme                               

D)         verticillaster

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

Hypanthodium type of inflorescence occurs in Ficus (banyan tree). In this main axis becomes hollow and the receptacle looks like a pitcher which bears an apical pore at the apex. The inner lining of the cavity of pitcher bears sessile flowers. Female flower occur towards the base of cavity while male flowers occur towards pore side.