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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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