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Pneumatophores are roots found in waterlogged soils, such as those produced by mangroves

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Why do some plant roots grow above and under the ground?

roots are positvely geotropic hence, most of these grow underground but in some cases as in Cycas, corolloid roots grow above the ground for nitrogen fixation.


What is meant by the seeds struck roots?

Struck roots is the past of strike roots. This means the seeds started to grow, they started to grow roots


What role do roots play in germination?

Roots play a crucial role in germination by anchoring the seedling in the soil and absorbing water and nutrients essential for growth. They also help in establishing a strong foundation for the plant to grow and develop. Roots provide stability to the plant as it continues to grow above the soil surface.


List of plants that have roots that only grow down?

Most plants have roots that grow both vertically and horizontally to varying degrees. However, taproots such as carrots and radishes primarily grow downwards, as do fibrous roots of grasses. Deep-rooted plants like oak trees and dandelions also have roots that grow predominantly downwards.


How are the roots of mangroves adapted to cope with anaerobic mud?

Mangrove roots have specialized structures such as pneumatophores and lenticels that help them obtain oxygen in anaerobic mud. Pneumatophores are upright roots that come up from the ground to facilitate gas exchange, while lenticels are small pores on the roots that allow oxygen to enter and carbon dioxide to exit. Additionally, some mangrove species have root systems that can filter out salt and absorb nutrients from the surrounding mud.

Related Questions

Why do some plant roots grow above and under the ground?

roots are positvely geotropic hence, most of these grow underground but in some cases as in Cycas, corolloid roots grow above the ground for nitrogen fixation.


Which plants live in fresh water?

Freshwater plants grow in ponds, lakes, rivers, and streams. Most have roots which anchor them in the mud at the bottom. Their stems grow through the water and their leaves and flowers open above the water's surface.


Does parsley grow in the ground or above ground?

Parsley is a herb, the roots grow in soil, the stalks and leaves grow above ground, the parts of the plant we used as a herb all grow above ground.


Aquatic plants that grow in mud that has little or no oxygen have adaptations that?

allow them to obtain oxygen from the air, such as aerial roots.


Do all roots grow from the ground?

Roots are always expected to grow underground, beneath the surface of soil. However, in some cases it is common for roots to appear on water or above ground.


Do pumpkins grow in the ground?

No, the pumpkin grows above ground, part of the pumpkin plant will have roots underground.


Do Roots grow up and stems grow down?

No, roots generally grow downwards into the soil to absorb water and nutrients, while stems grow upwards above ground to support the plant and transport water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant.


Can branches grow roots?

No, branches cannot grow roots. Roots are typically found underground and are responsible for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil, while branches are above ground and are responsible for photosynthesis and supporting leaves and flowers.


What are the roots that grow high above the soil in mangrove plants called?

aerial roots - See related links to read about stilt-roots, pneumatophores, root knees, and plank roots.


What are tree roots that begin above the ground called?

because the roots started to grow and pushed up a little and rest of it is


Which fruits grow in mud?

the fruits that grow in mud are strawberries and swiss chard.


Does cauliflower grow on trees?

No, it grows on a plant that roots and produces a flower immediately above the root