Question

In Sonneratia, many roots come out of the substratum and grow vertically upwards. They are

• A. Pneumatophores
• B. Prop roots
• C. Stilt roots
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Pneumatophores

In Sonneratia, many roots come out of the substratum and grow vertically upwards. They are called pneumatophores because these roots come up to the surface of the soil and bear opening in the roots so as to breathe easily in the marshy soil.

So, the correct option is 'Pneumatophores'.