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Supporting roots coming out of the lower nodes of the sugarcane stem are called 

Option: 1

Prop roots 


Option: 2

Stilt roots 


Option: 3

pneumotophores 


Option: 4

Fusiform roots 


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Mechanical Support Roots -

Mechanical support roots -

  • Prop roots: Large pillar-like arises from branches, nodes of stem. Example: Banyan (Ficus benghalensis)
  • Stilt or brace roots: Arises from basal nodes of stem close to the soil. Example: sugarcane, maize, screw pine
  • Climbing roots: Roots arises from nodes of stem and helps the plant in climbing. Example: money plant (pothos), betel, black pepper.
  • Buttress roots: Arises from basal part of stem and spread in different directions. Example: Bombax

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