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82. Fleshy buds produced in the axil of leaves , which grow to form new plants when shed fall on ground , are called : give a bit referance also
a] bulbs
b ] bulbils
c ] tubers
d] offsets

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b] bulbils. These are fleshy, bulb-like structures present in leaf axil and are reproductive structure which can give rise to new plants when separated and planted. Eg.- Lilies.

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