Which of the following is known as 'resurrection plant'

Options

A. Selaginella
B. Welwitschia
C. Rafflesia
D. Chlorella

Answer

A

Explanation

Some xerophytic species i.e. S. lepidophylla, S. pilifera rolls up into a compact ball of seemingly dead leaves and stems during dry season but unrolls to carry on normal activities when put in water. Such plants are called resurrection plant.