Vegetative propagation in plants like citrus, jasmine and grapevine occurs by the process of

stem layering

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stem cutting

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stem grafting

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None of these

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stem layering

Vegetative propagation in plants like citrus, jasmine and grapevine occurs by the process of stem layering. Layering is the process where part of aerial stem develops roots while still being attached to the parent plant. After developing roots, it is detached from the parent plant and grows as an independent plant.

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