Name three common methods which are used for the artificial propagation of plants.

Explain vegetative propagation with the help of two examples. List two advantages of vegetative propagation.

What is meant by the term 'artificial propagation of plants' ?

Name two plants which are usually propagated by artificial propagation methods. Name the method of artificial propagation used in each case.

Describe the layering method for the artificial propagation of plants. Illustrate your answer with the help of a labelled diagram. Name any five plants which are propagated by the layering method.