Nature of Plants

1. Herbaceous: Perennial plants with small and soft stems are called herbs. For example – paddy, wheat, Bhutra, Raktdrona, Shwetdrona, Durbaghas etc.
2. Under Shrub: A plant smaller than a shrub is called an under shrub. For example – Dadmardan, Kalkasunda etc.
3. Shrub: A hardy, woody and perennial plant without buds is called a shrub. For example – Rose, Jaba, Dhutura, Rangan, Basak etc.
4. Tree: Hard, woody and perennial plants with buds are called trees. Like- Mango, Jam, Jackfruit etc. Dr. Siddique Publications
5. Epiphyte: A plant that grows under the shelter of other plants but does not absorb food is called paraphyte. For example, orchids
6. Parasites: Plants that grow on other green plants and take food from them are called parasites. For example, golden vine.
7. Saprophytes: Plants that grow on dead plant or animal bodies and take food from them are called Saprophytes. Eg Agaricus, Mucor, Penicillium, Saprolegnia etc.

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