Question

How much of a plants mass is typically found underground?

Answer 1

80% of the plants mass is found undergroundly

Answer 2

80% of the total plants mass is typically found underground.

The underground part of the plant is known as the root system and the part of the plant which stands above the ground is known as the shoot system. The root system comprises of roots which hold the plant firmly in the soil. They provide the plant with water and minerals from the soil. The shoot system comprises the stem, branches, leaves, and flowers.