Question

Which among the following is incorrect about roots in banyan tree?

(a) Banyan roots have adventitious roots called prop roots that provide them with additional support

(b) Prop roots are also called as climbing roots

(c) Prop roots on meeting the soil form secondary and tertiary roots

(d) Initially these start as tiny outgrowth on the branches and become woody and large

I have been asked this question by my college director while I was bunking the class.

Origin of the question is Flowering Plants Morphology in section Morphology of Flowering Plants of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Right option is (b) Prop roots are also called as climbing roots

Easy explanation: Banyan roots have adventitious roots called prop roots that provide them with additional support. Prop roots are also called as hanging roots. Prop roots on meeting the soil form secondary and tertiary roots. Initially these start as tiny outgrowth on the branches and become woody and large.