JIPMER Jipmer Medical Solved Paper-2010

  • question_answer
    Clinging roots are found in

    A)  orchids               

    B)         Trapa

    C)  Podostemon                    

    D)         screwpine

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Clinging roots are found is orchids, these roots grow as epiphytes upon the trunks or branches of trees. They hang freely in the air and absorb atmospheric moisture with the help of special sponge like tissue called velamen. Velamen is the modification of epidermis.


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