Question

Which among the following statements is incorrect about creepers?

(a) Runners are modified sub-aerial stem that run along the ground and roots develop at nodes

(b) Suckers arise from the underground part of the stem and these roots are present in Mentha

(c) Stolon arises from the base of the main stem and gives rise to a new plant when meets the soil

(d) In pineapple, stem is modified into stolon

This question was addressed to me during an online interview.

I want to ask this question from Flowering Plants Morphology in portion Morphology of Flowering Plants of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Correct answer is (d) In pineapple, stem is modified into stolon

The best explanation: Runners are modified sub-aerial stem that run along the ground and roots develop at nodes. Suckers arise from the underground part of the stem and these roots are present in Mentha. Stolon arises from the base of the main stem and gives rise to a new plant when meets the soil. In pineapple, stem is modified into suckers.