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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