Why do variegated leaves (like Croton or Coleus) have non-green patches?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1

A. They are infected with virus

B. They store only starch

C. Non-green patches lack chlorophyll and contain other pigments or white cells

D. They do not absorb water

Explanation

Variegated leaves have areas without chlorophyll (which cannot perform photosynthesis) alongside green photosynthetic areas.

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