The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Caryopsis and Cypsela. Difference # Caryopsis: 1. Seed is completely fused with the fruit wall. 2. Caryopsis is a true fruit. 3. The fruit is derived from a monocarpellary superior ovary. 4. Thalamus is not fused with the pericarp. 5. A pappus is absent. Examples: Cereals (poaceae or gramineae). Difference [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Fusiform and Napiform Roots. Difference # Fusiform Roots: 1. It is spindle shaped in outline. 2. Apical region of the root shows gradual tapering. 3. Half or less than half of the fleshy root is formed of hypocotyl. 4. Tap root forms a part of fleshy root. 5. Fine thread-like [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between Monocotyledonous and Dicotyledonous Seeds. Difference # Monocotyledonous Seeds: 1. The seed contains a single cotyledon. 2. The food is commonly stored inside endosperm, (exception-orchids). 3. An aleurone layer of special protein-rich cells is found on the outside of endosperm. 4. The embryo tips may bear special sheaths, coleoptile over plumule [...]