DENDROLOGY

TREE PROPAGATION AND PLANTING

PLANTING TECHNIQUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
It is a horticultural technique whereby tissues of plants are joined so as to continue their growth together.
A
Cutting
B
Layering
C
Grafting
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Grafting or graftage is a horticultural technique whereby tissues of plants are joined so as to continue their growth together. The upper part of the combined plant is called the scion (/ˈsaɪən/) while the lower part is called the rootstock.

Detailed explanation-2: -Grafting is the act of joining two plants together. The upper part of the graft (the scion) becomes the top of the plant, the lower portion (the understock) becomes the root system or part of the trunk.

Detailed explanation-3: -In grafting, the plant part which is selected for its roots is called the stock. In grafting, the plant part which is selected for its stems, leaves, flowers, or fruits is called the scion.

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