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Velamen is found in...

Velamen is found in

A

roots of screwpine

B

aerial and terrestrial roots of orchids

C

leaves of Ficus elastic

D

aerial roots of orchids

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D
The aerial roots of orchids, (e.g. Vanda) are surrounded by a spongy tissue, (velamen) which is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from the surrounding air.
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