Question

Which one of the option is incorrect?

Vegetative propagation is practised because

• A. Plants which produce non-viable seeds can be grown.
• B. It is easier method than sowing seeds.
• C. Such plants produce seeds and fruits much earlier than other methods.
• D. For obtaining better species of plants.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Such plants produce seeds and fruits much earlier than other methods.

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Vegetative propagation is an asexual method of plant reproduction that occurs in its leaves, roots and stem.
2. This can occur through fragmentation and regeneration of specific vegetative parts of plants.
3. Such plants produce seeds and fruits the same as any other methods.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

The vegetative propagation method is used for growing certain plants which do not produce viable seeds.

Option B:

Vegetative propagation is considered to be an easier method than sowing seeds.

Option D:

It helps to grow plants bearing superior traits, as they are genetically identical to the parent plant.

Final answer: Vegetatively propagated plants produce seeds and fruits the same as any other method.