The 'Involucre of bracts' and 'Capitulum' inflorescence are hallmark traits of which advanced Dicot family?
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Correct answer: Asteraceae
Asteraceae (Compositae), the sunflower family, features a head or capitulum inflorescence surrounded by a ring of protective bracts called an involucre. It is one of the most successful and diverse dicot families.
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