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Velamen is found in
Option: 1
Roots of screwpine
Option: 2
Aerial and terrestrial roots of orchids
Option: 3
Leaves of Ficus elastica
Option: 4
Aerial roots of orchids
Answers (1)
The aerial roots of orchids, (e.g. Vanda) are surrounded by a spongy tissue, (velamen) which is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from the surrounding air. Hence, the correct answer is option 4.
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