Question
Explain vegetative propagation with the help of two examples. List two advantages of vegetative propagation.
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Answer
In vegetative propagation, new plants are obtained from the parts of old plants (stems, roots and leaves), without the help of reproductive organs. Example? Bryophyllum plant reproduces from its leaves and money plant grows from its stem. Advantages of vegetative propagation:
- Plants grow faster by the process of vegetative propagation.
- They need less care.
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