Allopolyploid variety reported in mango is
A. Neelam
B. Vellai kolamban
C. Olour
D. Amarapali
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The allopolyploid variety reported in mango is Vellai kolamban.The tree of this variety is large and evergreen growing up to 45 m in height and 120 cm in bole diameter. The canopy is umbrella-shaped and spreading. The seeds are sources of starch and edible fat. Young leaves are cooked as a vegetable.
An allopolyploid is an individual having two or more complete sets of chromosomes derived from different species.

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