Phoenix dactylifera is an example of

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Phoenix dactylifera is an example of (A) 2000 years old viable seed (B) Flowers once in a lifetime (C) Showing 10,000 years of dormancy (D) Releasing largest pollen

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The longevity of the seeds to remain alive after they are dispersed varies greatly. In few species, the seeds lose viability within a few months. Seeds of a large number of species live for several years. Some seeds can remain alive for hundreds of years. There are several records of very old yet viable seeds. A recent record of 2000 years old viable seed is of the date palm, Phoenix dactylifera, discovered during the archeological excavation at King Herod’s palace near the Dead Sea.

Q. Phoenix dactylifera is an example of

2000 years old viable seed

Flowers once in a lifetime

Showing 10,000 years of dormancy

Releasing largest pollen