A lotus plant has

needle-like leaves.

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very thin leaves.

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long leaves.

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broad leaves.

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Solution

The correct option is D
broad leaves.

The broad and flat leaves of lotus plant provide buoyancy to the plant. The broad and flat surface is an adaptation to get maximum sunlight. These leaves have a waxy coating. This waxy coating protects plants from physical and chemical injuries and prevents water clogging of stomata.

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