Question

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Pneumatophores are present in maize.
II. Prop roots are seen in the banyan tree.
III. Sugarcanes have stilt roots.

• A. I and II
• B. II and III
• C. I and III
• D. Only II

Answer 1

The correct option is B II and III

$\bullet$ Plants growing in swampy areas have roots which come out of the ground and grow vertically upwards to provide oxygen for the plant growth. These type of roots are called pneumatophores. They are present in mangroves.
$\bullet$ Prop roots grow downwards from branches and provide support to the plant. Banyan tree has prop roots.
$\bullet$ Stilt roots are the roots that arise from the lower portion of the main stem. They help to keep the plant upright by providing extra support. Sugarcane and maize have stilt roots.