Question

Compare sympodial branching with monopodial branching.

Answer 1

• Sympodial branching: The terminal bud cease to grow after a period of growth and the further growth is taken care by successive or several lateral meristem or buds. This type of growth is also known as sympodial branching.
  Example: Cycas.
• Monopodial branching: The terminal bud grows uninterrupted and produce several lateral branches. This type of growth is also known as monopodial branching.
  Example: Polyalthia.