MCQ
Respiratory roots are found in
  • A
    Rhizopus
  • B
    Orchids
  • C
    Vallisneria
  • Mangrove plants

Answer

Correct option: D.
Mangrove plants
d
Respiratory roots or pneumatophores are special, negatively geotropic root branches meant for gaseous exchange or respiration. These are found in some vascular plants growing in the water of tidal swamps, e.g., mangrove plants (Rhizophora) or halophytic plants.

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