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Fleshy buds produced in the axil of the leaves, which grow to form new plants when shed and on ground, are called

A

bulbs

B

bulbils

C

tubers

D

offsets

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a specific type of structure that is produced in the axil of leaves and can grow into new plants when they fall to the ground. 2. **Identifying the Structure**: In plants, fleshy buds that develop in the axil of leaves are known as "bulbils." These bulbils have the capability to grow into new plants when they detach from the parent plant. 3. **Defining the Process**: The process by which these structures give rise to new plants is termed "vegetative propagation." This is a form of asexual reproduction where non-reproductive parts of the plant (like leaves or stems) produce offspring. 4. **Differentiating from Other Structures**: - **Bulb**: An underground stem structure, such as in onions, used for storage and reproduction. - **Tuber**: Another type of underground stem, like in potatoes, also used for reproduction. - **Offset**: A lateral shoot that can produce new plants, typically seen in aquatic plants like Pistia. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the definitions and characteristics discussed, the correct answer to the question is "bulbil." **Final Answer**: Bulbil ---
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