Q4 / 200 · NEET 2004 · Botany

Which of the following propagates through leaf-tip?

Correct answer
A
walking fern
B
sprout-leaf plant
C
Marchantia
D
moss.

Solution

Adiantum is also called walking fern. In Adiantum, the tips of the leaves, on coming in contact with the soil give out adventitious roots which, in turn, produce new leaves and develop into new plants.

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

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