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What is the difference between Cyathium and Hypathodium?

The difference between Cyathium and Hypathodium are Cyathium is a special type of inflorescence where floral axis is condensed and forms a cup-shaped structure whereas is a special type of inflorescence where floral axis is fleshy closed and becomes pear shaped receptacle.

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Write a short note on Cyathium

Cyathium is a special type of inflorescence in which the involucres of bracts becomes fused to form a cup-shaped structure. This cup encloses a single pistillate (female) flower surrounded by a number of staminate (male) flowers.

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