Write short notes on Apomixis

Subject: Botany

Difficulty Level: Easy
Apomixis
Astraceae
Grasses

Updated by: Suman Saloni Patel

Answer:

Apomixis ( Apo - without, mixis - mixing) 


   1. It is a special mode of asexual reproduction takes place without fertilization. 
   2. It is also defined as development of seed occurs with out fertilization. 
   3. The seed produced in this way are viable in condition that is they are able to germinate. 
       Eg - some species of Astraceae, and grasses.

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