Roots that grow above ground and are not covered by soil or water. [GT

roots growing in the air

Roots that arise above the ground, from either the stem or the base of the plant.

Roots that arise in the air, from stems not necessarily in contact with a surface. Aerial roots are often capable of clinging to trees and other supports, and they can usually absorb moisture from the air.

Roots produced above ground, often used for climbing.

roots that reach out above the ground for water and sunlight to nourish the plant

A type of root produced above or away from the growing media.

Those roots that grow over the growth medium.

Roots that emerge from above the ground usually from a stem node as additional support for the plant, to enable climbing, or to increase absorption and exchange of nutrients and gases.