Question

Orchids, which grow on trees, are the examples of

• A. Parasites
• B. Epiphytes
• C. Saprophytes
• D. Mutualism

Answer 1

The correct option is B Epiphytes

A.Parasites - relationship between two species of plants or animals in which one. egbenefits at the expense of the other, sometimes without killing the host organism.eg:Cuscuta.

B.Epiphytes - plants, grow on the branches of big trees for light and shelter. eg:Orchids

C.Saprophytes - organism grow on the dead bodies for food eg:Rhizopus

D.Mutulisum - symbiosis which is beneficial to both organisms involved. eg:Birds.

So the correct option is 'epiphytes'.