AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-1999

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    Dodder (Cuscutta sp.) is an exceptional dicotyledon as it

    A)  is a parasite

    B)  is without leaves

    C)  lacks cotyledons

    D)  does not produce flowers.

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    : Cuscuta reflexa is a dicotyledon without cotyledons. It is a total stem parasite which grows on a large number of herbs, shrubs and trees like clover, duranta. Citrus, Ziziphiis etc. It has non- green pale yellow thread-like stems, small yellowish scale leaves and bunches of small bell shaped whitish or yellowish flowers. The roots are modified into haustoria or sucking roots.


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