Cotyledon of maize grain is called:

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In maize grains, the single large shield-shaped cotyledon is called scutellum. The scutellum is believed to contain an as yet unidentified protein transporter that facilitates starch movement from the endosperm to the embryo. Coleoptile is a sheath-like structure that protects the young shoot tip in monocots. Coleorhiza is another sheath-like structure that protects the young root tip in monocots. Plumule is the rudimentary shoot or stem of an embryo plant.