Its deep, tenacious roots and thick, fern-like leaves provide excellent erosion control where it is used as a ground cover.

The tree trunks, aerial roots, and sediment provide suitable habitats for colonization of animals.

But maybe, instead, roots provide a basis from which a wider exploration becomes possible.

But those roots provide little security.

Its roots provide refuge for fish and fry.

The long roots of Water Lettuce provide shelter for fish and fry.

I am curious to see if I can trim the tops and let the established roots provide more vigorous growth.

The roots of deciduous teeth provide an opening for the permanent teeth to erupt.

Though the roots and tubers provided the staples of the Inca, they were still considered lower in rank than maize.

Later on, many of the stems would begin to decay, while the adventitious roots would still provide support and absorb water for the grown plant.