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    Question

    Layering method of propagation where roots are formed in

    the aerial part of the plant, the stem is girdled, and roots hormone (IBA) is applied to upper part of cut and moist rooting medium is wrapped with the help of small polythene strip is known as-
    A Air layering Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Budding Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Grafting Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Mound layering Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Serpentine layering Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Air layering also known as Gootee or Marcottage, is a method of propagating new trees and shrubs from stems still attached to the parent plant. The stem is wrapped with damp moss to encourage roots to form.

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