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Explain the number of calyx, epicalyx,calyx color, gamosepalous and aestivation for hibiscus flower
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Hibiscus flowers typically have 5 large, colorful petals and a structure that resembles a common calyx. The calyx of a hibiscus flower contains 5 sepals, which are usually green in color and enclose and protect the developing flower bud. There is also often a small, leaf-like structure known as an epicalyx that surrounds the base of the flower and helps to attract pollinators.
The sepals of the calyx in a hibiscus flower are fused together at the base, forming a structure known as gamosepalous. This fused calyx helps to support the petals of the flower and protect the developing seeds after pollination.
In terms of aestivation, hibiscus flowers typically exhibit valvate aestivation, where the sepals or petals in the flower bud overlap each other but do not completely surround the inner parts of the flower. This allows for the easy unfurling of the petals when the flower blooms.
The sepals of the calyx in a hibiscus flower are fused together at the base, forming a structure known as gamosepalous. This fused calyx helps to support the petals of the flower and protect the developing seeds after pollination.
In terms of aestivation, hibiscus flowers typically exhibit valvate aestivation, where the sepals or petals in the flower bud overlap each other but do not completely surround the inner parts of the flower. This allows for the easy unfurling of the petals when the flower blooms.