The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Monopoial and Sympodial Branching.
Difference # Monopoial Branching:
1. It is a mode of racemose branching.
2. Lateral branches develop acropetally.
3. Lateral branches develop from axils of leaves.
4. Apical bud remains active throughout.
5. Axis is simple and represents the main axis.
Difference # Sympodial Branching:
1. It is mode of eymose branching.
2. Lateral branches develop in basipetal succession.
3. Lateral branches appear opposite the leaves.
4. Apical or terminal bud stops activity after some time. It is replaced by axillary bud which becomes terminal.
5. Axis is formed by fusion of bases of axillary branches and main stem.