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(B) In the family Fabaceae (subfamily Papilionoideae),the corolla is papilionaceous,consisting of five petals. These petals are arranged in a vexillar

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Vexillum (or Standard)

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(B) In the family Fabaceae (subfamily Papilionoideae),the corolla is papilionaceous,consisting of five petals. These petals are arranged in a vexillary aestivation pattern. There is a large posterior petal called the $Vexillum$ (or $Standard$),two lateral petals called $Wings$ $(Alae)$,and two anterior petals fused to form a boat-shaped structure called the $Keel$ $(Carina)$. Therefore,the characteristic posterior petal is known as the $Vexillum$ or $Standard$.

What is the characteristic posterior petal of the Papilionoideae corolla called?

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