Question

Jute fibre is which part of the jute plant?

• A. Flower
• B. Stem
• C. Fruit
• D. Leaf

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Stem

The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Jute is derived from the stem of the jute plant Corchorus capsularis and Corchorus olitorius.
2. It is known as golden fibre due to its golden color and silky texture.
3. It is a natural fibre. The process of extracting jute fibres from the plant is called retting.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

The flower is the reproductive structure that is found in flowering plants. The flower of the jute plant belongs to the family Malvaceae and is mallow.

Option C:

Fruit is that part of the plant which contains the seeds. Fruit is formed by the maturation of the ovary. Fruits are the means by which plants disperse their seeds. The fruit of the jute plant is used as a vegetable and is edible.

Option D:

The leaves of the jute plant are used in making tea.

Final answer: The stem of the jute plant is used as fibre.