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In Biology / High School | 2014-03-17

Which of the following plants is an epiphyte?

A. Orchid
B. Saguaro cactus
C. Cattail
D. Water lily

Asked by Paulman889

Answer (2)

The answer I got is A) Orchids

Answered by CanYouHelp | 2024-06-10

The correct answer is A. Orchid, as it is an epiphyte that grows on other plants and derives moisture and nutrients from the air without taking from its host. The other options are not epiphytes, as they either grow in soil or aquatic environments.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-23

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