Pneumatophores are common in plants growing in saline marshy/swampy area along seashores and estuaries. Select the CORRECT statement about such roots.

Step-by-step solution

The root is the underground part of the plant and it may of two types i.e.tap root and adventitious root. If root arises from radicle is called tap root and if root arises from other than radicals then it is called adventitious roots. Pneumatophores are found in those plants that grow in saline marshy/swampy areas. These are erect roots that rise up above the soil or water so they are negative geotropic roots and promote gas exchange. It is found in Mangroves plants.