Question

Roots developing from plant parts other than the radicle are called _______.

• A. epiphyllous roots
• B. adventitious roots
• C. fibrous roots
• D. tap roots

Answer 1

The correct option is B adventitious roots

Adventitious roots are plant roots that form from any non-rooting tissues. They are found in the climbing roots of ivy, prop roots in corn, stilt roots in Pandanus (screw palm).