Protoandry is found in____________________?
Correct answer: D. Maize
- A. Wheat
- B. Sorghum
- C. Barley
- D. Maize
Explanation
Maize is protandrous: its anthers shed pollen before the female stigma becomes receptive, which promotes cross-pollination. Wheat and barley are mainly self-pollinated crops and do not show this characteristic protandry.
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