Corm is, used as a means of vegetative multiplication in
A
Ginger x
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B
Gladiolus
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C
Banana
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D
Pineapple
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Solution
The correct option is B Gladiolus
Ginger is propagated by rhizome.
A corm is a condensed rhizome. It grows in the vertical direction. It is, used as a means of vegetative multiplication in gladiolus. It has axillary buds, present in the axil of scale leaves. The axillary bud produces daughter corms. The daughter corm has an adventitious root which develops into a new individual when planted in moist soil.
Banana is propagated by inflorescence. The female flowers of the inflorescence present on the true stem mature and develop into fruit without fertilization of gametes.
Pineapples are usually propagated by means of their crowns.