Question

In Bougainvillea, weak stems rise up a support by clinging to it with the help of curved thorns, such plants are called as

• A. tendrils
• B. hooks
• C. offsets
• D. scramblers

Answer 1

The correct option is D scramblers

Scramblers have flexible, long stems that resemble vines, but lack a way to grip support, e.g., are climbing and rambling roses and Bougainvillea. Such plants use these thorns to assist in climbing.

So, the correct answer is " scramblers ".