Question

How can parasitic plants get their nutrients?

Answer 1

Parasitic plants

1. Plants that live on other plants to get nutrients are called parasitic plants.
2. A plant that provides the nutrients is called the host plant.
3. A plant that obtains nutrients is called a parasitic plant.
4. The parasitic plant penetrates into the host body by haustoria and obtains nutrients.
5. Example: Dodder plant.