Question

Epiphytes are plants that have aerial roots to absorb moisture from the host plant. Is it true? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The statement mentioned in the question is completely true.

Explanation:

Most of the plant roots grow inside the soil in order to absorb the moisture and other nutrients.

But there are exceptional plant roots which grow above the ground and directly absorb moisture from the atmospheric air.

These roots are known as aerial roots and epiphytes also have aerial roots.

Answer 2

Answer:

The statement mentioned in the question is completely true.

Explanation:

• Most of the plant roots grow inside the soil in order to absorb the moisture and other nutrients.

• But there are exceptional plant roots which grow above the ground and directly absorb moisture from the atmospheric air.

• These roots are known as aerial roots and epiphytes also have aerial roots.