AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Adaptations: The very large leaves of this forest floor plant enable it to absorb more of the very low levels of light. Typically, only around 3% of the sun’s rays reach the forest floor because of the dense foliage of the canopy trees.

Detailed explanation-2: -The plants that occupy the forest floor are ones that require low light as they are adapted to grow under conditions of low light availability and have large dark green leaves to absorb as much sunlight. Was this answer helpful?

Detailed explanation-3: -Plants growing on the forest floor (understorey) are adapted to lower Sunlight intensity or are shade loving. This is because, the dense canopy does not allow enough light to penetrate through and reach the forest floor.

Detailed explanation-4: -Explanation: Many tropical species have roots that actually grow out of the ground to form a mat on the forest floor in order to more efficiently collect nutrients. These tiny roots form a network that, along with the mycorrhizae fungi, rapidly absorb nutrients.

Detailed explanation-5: -Plant adaptations Their leaves and flowers grow in the canopy. Tree trunks-these are tall and thin to allow trees to reach the sunlight. The bark on these trees is smooth to allow water to flow down to the roots easily.