Monoadelphous stamen is found in;
china rose.
— Concept: This question tests your knowledge of the different types of stamen cohesion, specifically focusing on the…Concept: This question tests your knowledge of the different types of stamen cohesion, specifically focusing on the arrangement of filaments in a flower.
Why (B) is correct: In monoadelphous condition, the filaments of all the stamens are united into a single bundle, while the anthers remain free. This arrangement is characteristic of plants like China rose (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) and cotton, where the stamens form a tube around the pistil.
Why other options are wrong:
- (A) pea: Pea (Pisum sativum) exhibits diadelphous condition, where stamens are united into two bundles (9+1 arrangement).
- (C) citrus: Citrus plants typically show polyadelphous condition, where stamens are united into more than two bundles.
- (D) both pea and citrus: This is incorrect as pea is diadelphous and citrus is polyadelphous.
NEET Tip / Mnemonic: Remember 'Mono' for 'one' bundle, 'Dia' for 'two' bundles, and 'Poly' for 'many' bundles of stamens. China rose is a classic example of monoadelphous.
Correct Answer: (B)
china rose.