Question

mention the function of pneumatophore??

Answer 1

Pneumatophores are the aerial roots that grow vertically upwards in swampy plants like rhizophora to obtain oxygen as swampy plants are constantly submerged under water. Their main function is respiration hence they are also called as respiratory roots.

Answer 2

Answer:

In some plants, many roots come out of the ground and grow vertically upwards called pneumatophores. These are the modifications to get oxygen for respiration. Pneumatophores are found in mangroves and in swampy areas like Rhizophora.