Which of the following organisms breeds only once in lifetime ?

Options

A. Mango
B. Jackfruit
C. Bamboo species
D. Papaya

Answer

C

Explanation

Bamboo plants are perennial , monocarpic plants . They flower only once in their lifetime , usually after 50-100 years . They produce large number of fruits and die. Mango , Jackfruit and Papaya are polycarpic plants, i.e. they flower repeatedly at regular intervals every year.