Morphology of Flowering Plants Question 6
6. Velamen is found in
(a) roots of Screwpine
(b) aerial and terrestrial roots of orchids
(c) leaves of Ficus elastica
(d) aerial roots of orchids
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Answer : d
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(d) Aerial roots of orchids hang freely in the air and absorb moisture with the help of special sponge like tissue called velamen.