Q. Which among the given is a parasitic plant?
✅ Correct Answer: (A)
Mushroom
Explanation:
Mushrooms are parasitic or saprophytic fungi that derive nutrients from other organisms.
- The others:
- Pteris: A genus of ferns (non-parasitic plants).
- Kelp: Large seaweeds (algae), not parasitic plants.
- Marchantia: A liverwort (non-parasitic).
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Mushrooms are parasitic or saprophytic fungi that derive nutrients from other organisms.
- The others:
- Pteris: A genus of ferns (non-parasitic plants).
- Kelp: Large seaweeds (algae), not parasitic plants.
- Marchantia: A liverwort (non-parasitic).