Basal placentation: one or more ovules are attached to the bottom of the ovary. This situation is found for example in some Portulacaceae like Portulaca (photo on the left; the yellow arrow is pointing to the ovules) or in Talinum (close up on the right; the black arrow is pointing to the placenta).

In which family basal placentation is found?

Basal placentation can be found in the Asteraceae family. This is one of the largest and most widely distributed family of plant species. Flowers belong to this family which includes marigold and sunflower, and both undergo simple placenta.

Is example of basal placentation?

Basal placentation: The placenta is at the base (bottom) of the ovary and a single ovule is attached to it. Example: Sunflower, marigold. ... The ovules develop on the inner wall of the ovary or on peripheral part. E.g. - mustard and Argemone.