Which of the following are not characteristic features of -160-fabaceae-The root system- compound leaves and raceme inflorescenceFlowers actinomorphic- twisted aestivation and gamopetalousStamens 10- introrse- basifixed- dithecousMonocarpellary- ovary superior and bent stigmaFruit is legume

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Which of the following are not characteristic features of fabaceae?

The root system, compound leaves and raceme inflorescence

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Flowers actinomorphic, twisted aestivation and gamopetalous

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Stamens 10, introrse, basifixed, dithecous

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Monocarpellary, ovary superior and bent stigma

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Fruit is legume

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The correct option is B Flowers actinomorphic, twisted aestivation and gamopetalous
Twisted aestivation is found in Malvaceae family. The characteristics of this family include, hypogynous, pentamerous flowers, presence of epicalyx, twisted aestivation of petals, basal part of the petals united with the basal part of the staminal tube, stamens are monadelphous and axile placentation.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

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