Roots
A root of a plant,
Can absorb water high,
For leaves of the trees,
So leaves don’t get dry...
That’s not all they can do,
They work hard like an ant,
They grow underground,
Help support the whole plant...
They sprout from the seed,
Not covered with buds,
They grow in the ground,
And all types of mud...
Don't have pretty flowers,
Not known to have leaves,
But do store plant's food,
Like hives do for bees...
They’re not bald like a baby,
Root hairs on their sides,
Without roots,
Plants and trees,
Could never survive...
Roots:
The root is the part of the plant that typically grows below the surface (although there are plants that have roots that grow above ground). Roots are important in the absorption of water, supporting the plant, storing nutrients, and preventing erosion of the soil where the plant is growing. The first root of a plant is called the radicle. Roots can grow to great depths (more than 60m/120 feet) depending on the type and location of the tree. Some roots, such as the carrot, radish, and beet are commonly eaten.
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