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A mature ligule having a prominent basal portion, is called

A)  glossopodium                                  

B)  rhizophore

C)   trichome                           

D)  None of these

Correct Answer: A

Solution :

                 In Selaginella, leaf ligule is attached on adaxial side near the base. The basal part of ligule is hemispherical glossopodium and a tongue-like fan-shaped apical part.