Vegetative propagation

Question 1

Vegetative propagation:

Answer 1

• Form of asexual reproduction
• New genetically modified individuals develop from non-reproductive tissues of a parent plant such as its roots, stems and leaves

Question 2

Asexual reproduction:

Answer 2

• Production of offspring that are genetically identical to the parent
• No fusion of gametes
• Offspring known as clones

Question 3

Methods of vegetative propagation:

Answer 3

• Rhizomes
• Stolons / runners
• Suckers
• Tubers
• Bulbs

Question 4

Rhizomes found in:

Answer 4

• Marram grass

Question 5

Stolons found in:

Answer 5

• Strawberries

Question 6

Suckers found in:

Answer 6

Elm trees

Question 7

Tubers found in:

Answer 7

Potatoes

Question 8

Bulbs found in:

Answer 8

• Daffodil

Question 9

Description of Rhizomes: