Question

Differentiate between cycas root and pinus root.

Answer 1

1. Cycas is a genus of small, palm-like trees generally referred to as cycads.
2. Pinus is a genus of coniferous trees, often known as pines, that belongs to the division Pinophyta.

Cycas	Pinus
1. Cycas roots are mostly tapping roots and mycorrhizal roots.	1. Pinus roots are coralloid taproots.
2. There is no symbiotic interaction between Cycas roots and other plants.	2. Pinus has a symbiotic interaction with nitrogen-fixing bacteria in its roots.
3. Cycas is a genus of small, palm-like trees.	3. Pinus is a genus of coniferous trees.
4. Cycas are dioecious and feature a leafy crown at the top of the stem.	4. when we talk about Pinus, we're talking about branches and needle-like leaves that are monoecious.