Velamen occurs in

Epiphytes

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Mesophytes

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Hydrophytes

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Xerophytes

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Solution

The correct option is D Epiphytes
Velamen is the multiple epidermal layer seen in the epiphytic plants. This is because the roots are hanging freely in these plants and are needed to be protected from the UV radiation which is done by velamen.
So, the correct option is 'Epiphytes'.

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