In this article we will discuss about the primary and secondary functions of roots. Primary or Main Functions of Roots: 1. Anchorage: Roots take part in fixation of the plant and supporting the aerial shoot system. 2. Absorption of Water: Roots absorb water from soil. 3. Absorption of Minerals: Roots absorb mineral salts from soil. […]
Primary and Secondary Functions of Roots | Plants
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Pathways of Water Movements in Roots (With Diagram)
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The following points highlight the two types of pathways of water passage from root hair to xylem inside the root. The types are: 1. Apoplast Pathway 2. Symplast Pathway. Type # 1. Apoplast Pathway: Here water passes from root hair to xylem through the walls of intervening cells without crossing any membrane or cytoplasm. The […]
Drugs Obtained from Roots | Medicinal Plants
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The following points highlight the seven main types of drugs obtained from roots. The types are: 1. Aconite 2. Indian Belladona 3. Belladona 4. Liquorice 5. Chitraka 6. Ashwagandha 7. Asafetida. Type # 1. Aconite: Aconitum heterophyllum Wall., of family Ranuncualceae; Eng. Aconite; Hindi—Atis; Sanskrit— Ativisha This herb is commonly found in the subalpine and […]
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