In this article we will discuss about the meaning and types of branching. Meaning of Branching: Branches are the similar members of the stems. The axillary buds develop into branches by the elongation of the internodes accompanied by enlargement and expansion of the leaves. The mode of arrangement of the branches is called branching. Types of Branching: There are two [...]
According to the nature of the stem the plants are often classified into groups:- 1. Herbs 2. Shrubs 3. Trees 4. Trailers 5. Climbers. Group # 1. Herbs: These are the small plants with soft stems having scanty woody tissues. On the basis of duration of life, herbs may be annuals, biennials and perennials. If they grow for only one season [...]
In this article we will discuss about the classification of fruits:- 1. Simple Fruits 2. Aggregate Fruits 3. Multiple Fruits. Group # 1. Simple Fruits: Simple fruits may be dry or fleshy, according to the nature of the pericarp. Some dry fruits burst automatically to liberate the seeds. They are called dehiscent; others which do not dehisce are indehiscent fruits. [...]