___________ are segmented stem that grows horizontally underground.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Rhizome

Key Points

Rhizome is a type of plant stem that grows horizontally underground.
It is capable of producing the shoot and root systems of a new plant.
Common examples of plants with rhizomes include ginger, turmeric, and bamboo.
Rhizomes allow plants to survive in unfavorable conditions by storing nutrients and energy.
Unlike tubers, rhizomes are segmented and can propagate vegetatively.

Additional Information

Tubers are thickened portions of underground stems that store nutrients, such as potatoes.
Suckers are new shoots that grow from the base of a plant or from its roots, such as in bananas.
Bulbs are underground storage organs composed of layered leaves, such as onions and tulips.
Rhizomes play a crucial role in the asexual reproduction of plants, allowing them to spread and colonize new areas.