The presence of 'Polyembryony' (occurrence of more than one embryo in a seed) is frequently observed in:
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Correct answer: Citrus
Polyembryony is common in Citrus species. It can occur due to the fertilization of multiple eggs in different ovules or the development of nucellar cells into embryos (adventive embryony).
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