Question

Prop roots of Banyan tree are meant for

• A. Respiration
• B. Absorption of water from soil
• C. Retention of water in soil
• D. Providing support to big tree

Answer 1

The correct option is D Providing support to big tree

When the adventitious roots modified for aerial support is called as prop roots. Prop roots give mechanical support to the aerial branches. The lateral branches grow vertically downward into the soil and act as pillars. Prop or pillar or columnar roots are pillar-like roots which give extra mechanical support to heavy stem branches, e.g., banyan tree.