Aceraceae Flashcards
1
Q
Habit
A
Trees & shrubs
2
Q
Leaves
A
Always opposite.
3
Q
Inflorescence
A
Raceme, panicle, corymb, umbel
4
Q
Flowers
A
Showy to inconspicuous. Small, radial, bisexual, unisexual. Nectar disk
5
Q
Calyx & Corolla
A
5 petals, 5 sepals (usually)
6
Q
Stamens & Carpels
A
Stamens: typically 8. 2 carpels
7
Q
Ovary
A
Superior
8
Q
Placentation
A
Axile
9
Q
Fruit
A
Winged schizocarp with two samaroid segments
