Velamen is found in
Correct answer: D. Aerial roots of orchids
- A. Roots of screwpine
- B. Aerial and terrestrial roots of orchids
- C. Leaves of Ficus elastica
- D. Aerial roots of orchids
Explanation
(d): Velamen is found in aerial roots of orchids. In many epiphytic orchids, the aerial roots are covered by a hygroscopic velamen tissue. They absorb water from the atmosphere.
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