Examples of Tap Root
Taproots are mostly found in dicotyledonous angiosperms and gymnosperms. In plants such as beetroot, it functions as the main storage organ and is a famous vegetable around the world. The Indian spice Asafoetida is derived from the latex of the taproots of Ferula species.
Few common examples are: Sweet potato, Beetroot, Carrot, Parsnip, Radish.
- Taproot trees: Walnut tree, Peach tree, Spruce, Ash tree, Douglas fir.
- Taproot weeds: Canada thistle, Common dandelion.
- Taproot vegetables: parsnip, sweet potato, burdock.
Tap Root Diagram
Taproot Diagram illustrates that a taproot is the thick primary root of a plant that develops vertically downward into the soil and branches out into smaller lateral roots. Plants usually have one of two root systems: a taproot system or a fibrous root system. In contrast to fibrous roots, which are thin and branched, taproots have a conspicuous central axis. In this article, we will study the characteristics and functions of the taproot with a well-labeled diagram showing its different parts and structure.
Table of Content
- What are Tap Roots?
- Diagram of Tap Root
- Structure of Tap Root
- Regions of Root
- Characteristics of Taproots
- Functions of Tap Root
- Types of Tap Root
- Examples of Tap Root
- Adaptations of Taproots
Contact Us