Question

    Tendrils of the tropical orchids we use as flavoring (Vanilla spp.) originate from

    A Roots Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Flowers Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Leaves Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Stipules Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In Vanilla orchids, the flavoring we use comes from the cured fruit called pods, which are often incorrectly referred to as beans because of their shape. Vanilla plant tendrils are leaf modifications.

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