Parallel venation is a characteristic of monocots. Which of the following is an exception to this generalisation ?

Options

A. Smilax
B. Colocasia
C. Alocasia
D. All of these

Answer

D

Explanation

In case of parallel venation, the veins run parallel to each other and network is not formed. This type of venation is the characteristic feature of monocots. There are few exceptions, e.g., Smilax, Colocasia, Alocasia, Dioscorea, etc.