Roots that Store Food
Roots play a critical role in the survival and growth of plants. Beyond their essential functions of anchoring plants in the soil and absorbing water and nutrients, some roots have evolved to serve as storage organs for food. These specialized roots accumulate vital nutrients, primarily carbohydrates, which the plant can access during periods of environmental stress, dormancy, or when energy demands increase during flowering and fruiting. Food-storing roots have not only enabled plants to adapt to diverse and challenging environments…