MGIMS WARDHA MGIMS WARDHA Solved Paper-2004

  • question_answer
    The   circinate   vernation   is   the characteristic feature of ferns. It refers to :

    A)  coiling of young leaves

    B)  arrangement of leaves on stem

    C)  attachment of son on leaves

    D)  heterophilly

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

                     In pteridophytes, the leaves when young are tightly rolled but uncoil like a watch spring as these grow. This condition of leaf is called circinate.


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