13 Questions
What is the morphological characteristic of solanaceous leaves regarding the fusion of organs for a certain distance?
Adnation phenomena
What is the chemical characteristic of solanaceous leaves that causes dilation of the eye pupil?
Presence of tropane alkaloids
Which family of plants is known for the presence of solanaceous leaves?
Solanaceae
What anatomical feature is typical of solanaceous leaves?
Presence of phloem on the inner side of xylem
Which plant is associated with solanaceous leaves and contains tropane alkaloids that dilate the eye pupil?
Atropa belladonna
What is the main pharmacological effect associated with the tropane alkaloids present in solanaceous leaves?
Mydriatic effect (dilation of eye pupil)
Which family does Deadly Nightshade belong to?
Solanaceae
What is the shape of Hyoscyamus Leaf?
Oval, Rhomboidal
What is the use of Solanaceous alkaloids?
To dilate eye pupil
What is the origin of Tea leaf?
Dried leaves of Thea sinensis
What chemical test shows a VIOLET COLOR for alkaloids?
Morin test
What is the margin of Stramonium Leaf?
Irregularly Dentate
What does the oxidase enzyme cause during tea leaf production?
Color change to reddish-brown
This quiz covers the identification and characteristics of different leaves studied in the Botany and Medicinal Plants (PPC101) lecture, including those containing alkaloids, cardiac glycosides, and volatile oil. Topics include Solanaceous leaves like Belladonna, Stramonium, and Hyoscymus, as well as tea leaves and general family characteristics.
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