explain divergent evolution with an example of plants?
Divergent evolution means originwise common structure diverged towards different direction to perform different functions according to the need of organism.
Example- thorn of Bougainvillea and tendril of cucurbita. Thorns and tendrils both are axillary in position and are the modifications of axillary buds. But they both perform different functions as thorns are for protection and tendrils are for support.