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Question
Which of these denote plants that have been selected especially for a particular characteristic and are propagated to continue that particular trait?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
'cv.' stands for cultivar (cultivated variety). A cultivar is a plant variety that has been produced in cultivation by selective breeding for desired characteristics and is maintained by propagation. Option A includes 'L' for Linnaeus (author citation). Option B includes 'var.' for natural variety. Option D includes 'x' for hybrid.
Hint
Which abbreviation stands for 'cultivar', a man-made selected variety?