What are Stilt Roots and Pneumatophores?

Answer: 

Stilt roots

• The roots that grow from the lower stem node and join and become deeper in the soil are called stilt roots.
• They are also adventitious roots.
• Maize, sugarcane and screw-pine are covered from winds.

Pneumatophores

• Pneumatophores are specialized roots that come out of water upwards to get air and gain oxygen for the root systems of trees.
• It occurs in swampy and tidal environments.
• They are the knees of mangroves and bald cypress.