Question

prop and stilt roots are aerial in origin yet are called roots.why?

Answer 1

Prop & stilt roots are adventitious. These are roots that arise from any part of a plant other than the radicle (it can be a branch,base of stem,etc.). A stem possess nodes and internodes. But prop & stilt roots do not possess these. They don't appear as roots as they are modified to perform special functions.

Answer 2

Answer:

Adventitious roots come in two varieties: prop roots and stilt roots.

Explanation:

• The aerial branches are supported by these accidental roots. Prop roots are aerial roots that grow above the surface of the earth. Banyan and fig roots, for instance. The descending roots, often referred to as pillar roots, give off a pillar-like appearance.
• Compared to the stilt roots, they are long.
• These roots can absorb moisture. They are capable of absorbing atmospheric water.
• The aerial branches are supported by these accidental roots. Prop roots are aerial roots that grow above the surface of the earth. Banyan and fig roots, for instance. The descending roots, often referred to as pillar roots, give off a pillar-like appearance.
• Compared to prop roots, they are shorter.
• The immature stilt roots do not absorb moisture.

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