Asafoetida is obtained from which part of Ferula asafoetida?
A
Stem
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B
Root
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C
Leaf
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D
Flower
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Solution
The correct option is A Root Asafoetida is a resin which is derived from the plant ferula asafoetida and obtained from the root because the root stores the gum-like substance which dries to form the resin.