Question

Write the disadvantages of vegetative propagation.

Answer 1

A major disadvantage of vegetative propogation is that it prevents species genetic diversity which can lead to reductions in crop yields. The plant are genetically identical and are all, therefore, susceptible to pathogenic plant, viruses, bacteria and fungi that can wipe out entire crops.

Answer 2

Write the disadvantages of vegetative propagation.

Answer:

Some of the disadvantages of vegetative propagation are:

• All plants propagated by this method have same features. Thus, they are likely to be infected by the same infections.
• It can result in destruction of entire crop. As there is no dispersal of  plants, there are chances of overcrowding.