types of root systems
Taproot system. The two basic types of root systems are the primary root systems and the adventitious root system. The primary root systems is formed of roots and their branches that arise from the primary root. The primary root is the first-formed, main root, That originates from the radicle of a seed embryo (the portion of the embryo below the cotyledons). Two primary root system types: Taproot system-Single primary root dominates over branch roots (usually found in Gymnosperms and most Dicotyledons). Fibrous root system A network of fine roots with no central dominant root.