Stems That Grow Underground and Produce Roots and New Shoots

Question

Stems that grow underground and produce roots and new shoots are
A) rhizoids.
B) rhizomes.
C) tubers.
D) stolons.
E) tendrils.

Accepted Answer

Stems that grow underground and produce roots and new shoots are called rhizomes. Rhizoids are thread-like structures that anchor nonvascular plants to the ground. Tubers are swollen, underground storage organs. Stolons are horizontal stems that grow above ground and produce new plants at the nodes. Tendrils are thin, spiraling structures that aid in climbing.