Question

Roots that hold horizontal branches of banyan tree in the air are

• A. Thumb roots
• B. Prop roots
• C. Stilt roots
• D. All the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Prop roots

The roots that hold horizontal branches of banyan tree in air are prop roots. They are thick pillar like adventitious roots.

So, the correct answer is 'Prop roots'