Question 120

Consider the following statements about the Banyan tree.

Statement I - The Banyan tree does not have roots under the ground like other trees.

Statement II - The roots of the Banyan tree grow down from the branches until they reach the ground.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

Solution

Like other trees, the banyan tree has normal roots under the ground, so Statement I is incorrect. It also has special aerial or prop roots that grow down from its branches until they reach the ground and support the tree, so Statement II is correct. Hence option d.

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