The 'Epicalyx', an additional whorl of bracteoles, is frequently found in which Dicot family?
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Correct answer: Malvaceae
Members of the Malvaceae family, such as Hibiscus and cotton, often possess an epicalyx below the true calyx. They are also known for having monadelphous stamens (fused filaments forming a tube).
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