Rooting of shoots, stems or branches while they are still attached to the parents is called__________________?
Correct answer: D. Layering
- A. Budding
- B. Division
- C. Ground Layering
- D. Layering
Explanation
Layering is the formation of roots on a shoot while it remains attached to the parent plant, after which it is separated. Ground layering is only one method of layering, so the broader term fits the definition.
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