JIPMER2010BotanyCell - The Unit of Life
Chicory powder which is mixed with coffee powder is obtained from
Options
- Aroot
- Bleaf
- Cstem
- Dseeds
Correct answer
A. root
Step-by-step solution
Chicory powder is a flavouring material, which is mixed with coffee powder (from seeds of Coffea arabica). It is obtained from roots of Cichorium intybus of family-Compositae. Tea is dried leaves of Thea sinensis (family Theaceae). Ephedrine is obtained from stem of Ephedra gerardiana. It is useful against asthma and as cardiac stimulant.