Question

An orchid is found in the lower canopy of a tropical rain forest. It does not grow from the ground but grows on a tree. Therefore , an orchid is an :

Answer 1

Epiphyte

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer would be an epiphyte.

An epiphyte is a plant that grows on another plant for support only. Epiphytic plants are capable of manufacturing its own food using photosynthesis and perform every other life processes independently but only depend on another plant for anchorage. All their material requirements such as water and minerals are derived from the air surrounding them.