Outer covering of epiphytic root is

Osmophore

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Rhizophore

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Velamen

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Pneumatophore

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Solution

The correct option is D Velamen
The picture shows the section of orchid with velamen. Velamen is a spongy, multiple epidermis that covers the roots of some epiphytic or semi-epiphytic plants and absorb moisture from air..

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