CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
165
You visited us 165 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Which of the following is an epiphyte?

A
Drosera
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
Orchids
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
Nepenthes
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
Lichen
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B Orchids
The word epiphyte comes from the Greek words “epi”, which means “upon” and “phyton”, which means plant. Epiphytes harmlessly grow upon another plant. E.g. Orchids.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Parasitic plants
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon