Morphology of Flowering Plants Question 90

90. The correct floral formula of chilli is : [2011]

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Answer : b

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(b) Floral formula of chilli is

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The chili pepper is the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum which are members of the nightshade family, Solanaceae. Chili peppers are widely used in many cuisines as a spice to add heat to dishes. The substances giving chili peppers their intensity when ingested or applied topically are capsaicin and related compounds known as capsaicinoids.