Question

    Male and female plants of spinach are identified on the basis of 

    A High leaf sugars, chlorophyll and carotenoids in female plants Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B High leaf sugars, chlorophyll and carotenoids in male plants Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Red venal pigmentation in male plants Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Downward cupping in female leaves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Male and female plants of spinach can be identified based on the presence of red venal pigmentation in male plants. Typically, male spinach plants exhibit red pigmentation in the veins of their leaves, providing a visual marker for distinguishing them from female plants. This characteristic helps in identifying the gender of spinach plants during their growth.

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