Question

What are the examples of fasciculated roots

Answer 1

Dahlia and asparagus are most common examples of fasciculated roots.

Answer 2

Fasciculated roots are tuberous roots arising from the cluster base of the stem.

• These are thick tuberous roots which store food.

• Also these adventitious roots are swollen at the regular frequent intervals without any definite shape.

• These roots are produced in large number of herbaceous perennials.

Examples of Fasiculated roots :

- Dahlia

- Ruellia (Menow weed)

- Asparagus (Asparagus fern)

- Ipomoea batata (Sweet potato)

- Cassava

- Carrots

- Beetroot

- Turnip