Question

in Rhizophora plant why is there root grows vertically upward​

Answer 1

Answer:

In some plants such as Rhizophora growing in swampy areas, many roots come out of the ground and grow vertically upwards. Such roots, called pneumatophores, help to get oxygen for respiration.

Answer 2

Answer:

The roots of rhizophora grow vertically upwards from the soil surface until they reach the water surface. This helps them to get direct oxygen supply from y=the atmosphere.It is a type of modification of the root. Such type of roots are known as pneumatophores .