Question

which types of root do the fenugreek, spinch and onion plant have?

Answer 1

Tap roots are present in fenugreek, spinach and onion plants.

• Tap roots are the roots, that grow vertically downward.
• They are thick and long in nature.
• Lateral roots originate from the central long root.
• They are usually seen in dicots.
• Other example of plants having tap roots are - parsley, carrots.
• Roots other than tap roots are - fibrous roots, prop roots and adventitious roots.

Answer 2

Fenugreek, spinach and onion plants have tap roots. A tap root is a straight root that grows vertically in the downwards and tapers in the direction of its growth.