Question

Differentiate between epigeal and hypogeal germination?

Answer 1

1. Epigeal germination indicates the germination of the plant above the ground.
2. Hypogeal germination is an Indicative of plant germination under the ground.

Attribute	Epigeal germination	Hypogeal germination
1. Alternate name	1. Epigeous germination	1. Hypogeous germination
2. Hypocotyl	2. Elongates to raise the cotyledons above the ground surface.	2. Does not raise cotyledons above the ground surface.
3. Position of cotyledon	3. Comes above the surface of the soil.	3. Remains below the ground surface.
4. Example	4. Gourds, Castor, Tamarind, Onions, beans, etc.	4. Maize, lotus, custard apple, Mango, Gram, Pea, etc.