State what is apomixis. Write its significance. How can it be commercially used ?

Explanation

Apomixis is a form of asexual reproduction in which embryo is formed without meiosis and fusion of haploid gametes. It can occur through diploid saprophytic cells of ovule or from an unfertilised egg itself .
Significance - Certain species of plants belong to Asteraceae and grasses exclussively use the phenomenon of apomixes for producing seeds.
Commercial applications of apomixes
1. By apomixis, hybrid varieties of seeds can be produced, which will provide higher and better yield
2. Apomixis prevents the loss of specific characteristics in the.hybrid plants.
3.Apomixis is a cost-effective method of producing seeds.