Types Of Root System

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1. Primary Root System

► Formed by roots & its branches
► Primary root originates from radicle
► Primary root sytem is two types
i)  Tap Root System
ii) Fibrus Root System

i) Tap Root System
► Formed by a single primary root & its branches
► Seen in dicots
► E.g. Carrot, Radish

ii) Fibrus Root System
► Formed by several fine roots arising from the stem base
► Seen in monocot
► E.g.Wheat, Marigold

2. Adventitious Roots

► Roots arise from parts of the plant other than the radicle
► E.g. Maize, Banyan

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