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| Q. |
The plants which grow well, only in light are known as – |
| A. | Sciophilous |
| B. | Xerophytes |
| C. | Heliophytes |
| D. | Epiphytes |
| Answer» C. Heliophytes | |
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Explanation: In botany, heliophytes refer to plants that thrive in bright sunlight; while those growing best in shade are known as sciophytes. Heliophytes are capable of a more efficient use of high light intensities than sciophytes. Examples of heliophytes are sugar cane, sunflower and maize. |
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