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Sucker is a horizontal stem branch found in

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Gloriosa
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Chrysanthemum
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Grass
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Strawberry
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Solution

The correct option is A Chrysanthemum
B. Chrysanthemum
Reason: A lateral branch arising from main stem close to the ground level travels underground for some distance. This branch is called a sucker. It turns up at its end and produces adventitious roots in the ground and shoots above forming a new plant. Chrysanthemums, mainly cultivated for its beautiful flowers propagates through suckers. So the correct option is B.

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