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Heterotrophic plants which feed on other plants and decaying matter are

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Orchids.

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Jasmines.

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Conifers.

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Cedar plants.

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Solution

The correct option is A Orchids.
Some orchids belong to the heterotrophic group. They obtained nutrients from dead decaying organic matter and are called as a saprophytic mode of nutrition. Whereas, jasmine, cedar and conifers are autotrophs.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

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