Question

Root thorns are characteristic of

• A. Acanthorhiza
• B. Pothos
• C. Iriartea
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

• Thorns, spines, and prickles are hard modified structure of plants which protect plants from the animal. Root thorns are strongly sclerenchymatized roots arising on the stem above the ground.
• It saves the plant against herbivores. The sharp thorns may also save properties when grown as a hedge. Root thorns are seen in Acanthorhiza, Pothos, and Iriarte.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.