Question

Ginger is considered to be a stem, not a root. Why?

[Review question: Pg. No: 80]

Answer 1

Ginger has the following characteristics of a stem.

1. It has scale leaves
2. It has nodes and Intemodes
3. It has axillary buds and a terminal bud.

Therefore Ginger is considered to be a stem but is is a modified underground stem which stores food.