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A plant growing on another plant without drawing any nourishment is

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Ectoparasite
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Epiphyte
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Symbiont
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Saprophyte
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Solution

The correct option is B Epiphyte
Epiphyte plants grow by taking support of other plants. They have hanging roots, which collect moisture of air by velamen tissue. These plants synthesize their own food. Example mosses, orchids etc.

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