JAMB Biology 1979 Question 25

Question 25

Reproduction in Plants

A dry indehiscent, winged fruit formed from one carpel is known as a

  1. A.schizocarp
  2. B.caryopsis
  3. C.samara
  4. D.nut
  5. E.follicle
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (samara)

Explanation

A samara is a dry fruit that does not split and has a wing for wind dispersal.