Multiple choice

Which of the following is a monocot?

  1. Paphiopedilum

  2. Pinus

  3. Ipomea

  4. Cycas

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Explanation

Paphiopedilum is a genus of orchids, which are monocots. Monocots are characterized by having one cotyledon, parallel leaf veins, scattered vascular bundles, and floral parts in multiples of three. Other options: Pinus and Cycas are gymnosperms, and Ipomea (likely Ipomoea) is also a monocot.

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