difference between taproot and adventitious root in tabular form.
Tap root | Adventitious root |
Formed from radicle | Formed from part of the plant other than radicle. |
Always underground | May be underground or aerial |
Primary root persists throughout the life | Primary root do not persist throughout the life. |
e.g. carrot, radish etc. | e.g. banyan, maize, grass etc. |