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 47-Axile placentation

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Here is an example of axile placentation — this is a cross-section of the ovary of wild ginger (Asarum canadense). There are septa, dividing the ovary into six locules. Hence the gynoecium of this flower consists of six connate carpels. Ovules are attached to the central axis of the ovary.

Have a look at the longitudinal section of this flower on Image no. 11, to see how these ovules (and how many of them) are attached along the axile placentae.

Photo by K. R. Robertson and D. L. Nickrent from plants growing in Dr. Robertson's backyard.
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