Question: Metaxenia' is observed in which of the following crops? (MPSC Mains pepar-2, 2016)
Options:
Root crops
Tuber crops
Cucurbits
Bulb crops
✅Explanation:
-Metaxenia is a phenomenon where the pollen influences the development of the fruit and seed coat, even though it doesn't contribute genetically to the embryo. This is commonly observed in cucurbits like dates, where the pollen's characteristics can affect the size, shape, and ripening time of the fruit.
-Metaxenia is a phenomenon where the pollen influences the development of the fruit and seed coat, even though it doesn't contribute genetically to the embryo. This is commonly observed in cucurbits like dates, where the pollen's characteristics can affect the size, shape, and ripening time of the fruit.