Define the following terms:
(a) Racemose and cymose inflorescence
Racemose inflorescence |
Cymose inflorescence |
Younger flowers are present at the tip while older flowers are arranged at the base i.e acropetal order. |
Younger flowers are present at the base of the inflorescence, while older flowers are present at the top. |
Main axis keeps on growing. |
Main axis has limited growth. |
Flowers are borne laterally. |
Flowers are borne at the apex. |
Take one flower each of the families Fabaceae and Solanaceae and write its semi-technical description. Also draw their floral diagram after studying them.