Question
Biology Question on morphology of flowering plants
Whorled, simple leaves with reticulate venation are present in
A
Calotropis
B
neem
C
China rose
D
Alstonia
Answer
Alstonia
Explanation
Solution
In Alstonia, five or more leaves arises from each node, so it shows whorled phyllotaxy. The leaves are leathery, sessile, simple which are elliptical or ovate or wedge shaped at the base. It is used in traditional medicines.