NCERT Solutions For Class 11 Biology Chapter 5: Morphology of Flowering Plants

Morphology is the branch of science concerned with the study of organisms' structure, characteristics, and form. Flowering plants (Angiosperms) have a wide structural diversity that fascinates us, but despite this, they share several common characteristics. Roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds are all examples.

• Fabaceae

Fabaceae, also known as the legume family, is considered to be the third-largest family in the Plant Kingdom after Orchidaceae and Asteraceae. Around 20,000 species are known in this family with about 765 genera. 

• Solanaceae

Solanaceae, also known as the nightshade or potato family, is considered to be the most utilized family by human beings. It includes food like potato, tomato, eggplant, bell peppers, gooseberry, etc. It also has toxic plants like tobacco, belladonna, jimsonweed, mandrake, etc. 

• Liliaceae

Liliaceae, also known as the lily family, include beautiful and decorative flowers such as lilies and tulips. About 600 species of the Liliaceae family are known. They are commonly found in temperate regions. Economical crops like onion, garlic, and asparagus are members of the family.

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