An orchid growing on a mango tree branch is an example of ________.

saprophyte

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semi parasite

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epiphyte

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total parasite

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Solution

The correct option is C epiphyte
Orchid is an epiphyte. Epiphytes harmlessly grow upon another plant. They take moisture and nutrients from the environment and depends on other plants only for shelter.

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