The most prominent lateral roots begin in the 1st or 2nd year of growth.

Some plants have a prominent main or tap root, from which rows of fine lateral roots grow.

In dicots, it also has the capacity to produce lateral roots.

Because of its lateral roots he said, sadly, ours had to go.

Many different factors are involved in the formation of lateral roots.

Unlike other indigenous species, he added, they had long lateral roots.

These fine lateral roots offer the plant additional support but their primary function is to absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

The plant has a deep and wide root system, with the lateral roots sending up new shoots.

The roots are generally smooth, although lateral roots sometimes form.

These are soon followed by lateral roots that develop from the vertical ones.