Q35 / 137 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Botany · Reproduction in Organisms

Artificial induction of roots on stems before it is separated from the parent plant for propagation is called

  • A
    Cutting
  • B
    Plant tissue culture
  • C
    Root-stem joint
  • Correct answer
    D
    Layering

Solution

In layering middle part of a soft basal branch is defoliated, slightly injured (tonguing, notching, ringing) and pegged in the soil to develop adventitious roots. Later on, the branch of the layer is separated and planted

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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