What are Climbers and Creepers?

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Types of Plants Shrubs Herbs Trees Climbers Creepers We have studied these already . Now , let’s study about these two . What are Climbers ?Plants who have weak stems and need support to climb and grow are called Climbers . They grow vertically upwards . Money Plant What are Creepers ?Plants who creep along the ground are called Creepers . They spread horizontally along the ground . Pumpkin Plant Difference Between Climbers & Creepers Climbers Creepers They grow vertically upwards using external support . Examples :- Money Plant , Pea Plant , Etc. They do not bear Big and Heavy Fruits and Vegetables. They spread horizontally along the ground using their fibrous roots . They bear Big and Heavy Fruits and Vegetables . Examples :- Pumpkin Plant , Watermelon Plant, Etc. Note: They both have weak stems . S. no. Name of the plant Height Nature of stem Appearance of branches Name of plant group Short/ Medium/ Tall Green/ Brown Tender/ Hard Thick/ Thin Close to the ground Higher up on the stem 1. Mango Tall Brown Hard Thick No Yes Tree 2. Rose Medium Brown Hard Thin Yes No Shrub 3. Tomato Short Green Tender Thin Yes No Herb