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

Hints & Solutions

(d) Aerial roots of orchids hang freely in the air and absorb moisture with the help of special sponge like tissue called velamen.