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  •  In Colocasia an extremely enlarged underground vertical stem meant for vegetative reproduction and storage is Option: 1  Tuber <

 In Colocasia an extremely enlarged underground vertical stem meant for vegetative reproduction and storage is 

Option: 1

 Tuber 


Option: 2

 Bulb 


Option: 3

 Corm 


Option: 4

 Rhizome 


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Corm

  • It is condensed rhizome which grows vertically downwards.
  • It has a flattened base.
  • There are distinct circular nodes and internodes.
  • The scaly leaves and axillary buds arise from the nodes.
  • Adventitious roots may arise at nodes or all over the body.
  • For example, colocasia, zaminkand (yam), saffron, etc.

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Corm present in colocasia is condensed rhizome which grows vertically downwards. It stores food. 

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