Question

Is it possible for you to find out whether a plant has taproot or fibrous roots by looking at the impression of its leaf on a sheet of paper?

Answer 1

• Yes, by looking at the impression, we can know the type of venation and hence, the root system.
• If a plant has parallel venation, then the root would be a fibrous root.
• If the plant has reticulate venation, then the root would be a tap root.