VMMC VMMC Medical Solved Paper-2009

  • question_answer
    Which of the following is a total root parasite?

    A) Cuscuta                               

    B)                                        Rafflesia                              

    C) Santalum            

    D)         Monotrapa

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Rafflesia is a total root parasite, which remains attached to the roots of the host plants and derives all of its nutritions from them. Cuscuta (dodder or amarbel) is a total stem parasite, while Santalum album (sandal wood) is a partial root parasite.


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