An aerial root is an adventitious root which grows from a plant stem above the ground.
Because orchids are designed to be an aerial type of plants
Aerial roots
the examples of aerial roots is mangroove tree
Monstera plants grow aerial roots to support themselves and absorb moisture and nutrients from the air.
roots that never touch the ground for example orchids
No
aerial
Yes, monstera aerial roots can be planted in soil to propagate new plants.
Banyan tree
Orchids have specialized roots called aerial roots. These roots help orchids absorb moisture and nutrients from the air, rather than from the soil. Aerial roots also assist orchids in clinging to trees or other surfaces in their natural habitats.
The strangling fig has aerial roots that are found above the ground.
Aerial roots perform a number of functions. They help with air exchange, propagation, stability and nourishment. In many cases, aerial roots can be removed without harm to the plant. In some cases, however, they are essential to the plant's health and best left alone.