HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

PLANT BIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In this method two different varieties of plants are joined and tied with a wet cloth.
A
Stem cutting
B
Layering
C
Grafting
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Grafting is a method of vegetative propagation in which two parts of two different plants are joined together in a specific manner so that they unite to grow as one plant.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cleft Graft One of the simplest and most popular forms of grafting, cleft grafting (Figure 2), is a method for top working both flowering and fruiting trees (apples, cherries, pears, and peaches) in order to change varieties. Cleft grafting is also used to propagate varieties of camellias that are difficult to root.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -Acer palmatum, Hamamelis, Wisteria, Thuja and Picea are examples of commonly grafted plants.

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