Asked by Miranda Dowling on Jul 12, 2024
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A gladiolus plant grows from a ________.
A) stolon
B) bulb
C) rhizome
D) corm
E) tuber
Gladiolus
A genus of perennial flowering plants in the iris family known for its sword-shaped leaves and colorful flower spikes, popular in gardens and floral arrangements.
Stolon
Stem that grows horizontally along the ground and may give rise to new plants where it contacts the soil—e.g., the runners of a strawberry plant.
Bulb
An underground storage organ formed from swollen plant parts, containing nutrient reserves to support the plant's next cycle of growth.
- Explain the roles and characteristics of specific plant anatomies, such as root hairs, apical meristems, and adaptations for parasitism.
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DM
Daniel MurrayJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Gladiolus plants grow from corms, which are similar to bulbs but do not have the same layers.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the roles and characteristics of specific plant anatomies, such as root hairs, apical meristems, and adaptations for parasitism.