Differentiate between Racemose inflorescence and Cymose inflorescence.
(N/A)
| Racemose Inflorescence | Cymose Inflorescence |
|---|---|
| $1$. The main axis continues to grow and the apical bud is not converted into a flower. | $1$. The main axis terminates in a flower,as the apical bud gets converted into a flower. |
| $2$. The growth of the floral axis is indefinite or continuous. | $2$. The growth of the floral axis is definite or limited. |
| $3$. Flowers are borne in an acropetal succession (older flowers at the base,younger at the tip). | $3$. Flowers are borne in a basipetal succession (older flowers at the tip,younger at the base). |
| $4$. Examples include $Mustard$ and $Radish$. | $4$. Examples include $Jasmine$ and $Begonia$. |
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