In opuntia the spines are modification o...

In opuntia the spines are modification of

A

Leaf

B

Branch

C

Epidermis

D

Flower

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A

In opuntia the leaves are small, fleshy and caduceus. The leaves of axillary branches are modified into spines to check the loss of water.

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