Moss peat is used as a packing material for sending flowers and live plants to distant places because

Options

A. it is hygroscopic
B. it reduces transpiration
C. it serves as a disinfectant
D. it is easily available

Answer

A

Explanation

(a) Sphagnum is a bryophyte, commonly called as bog moss or peat moss. It is hygroscopic and possesses a remarkable water holding capacity. Hence, itt is used as a packing material in the transportation of flowers, live plants, tubers, bulbs, seedlings, etc. It is also used in seed-beds and in moss-sticks.