Ribwort plantain (IMAGE) University of Zurich Caption For their study, the team used ribwort plantain. Individuals of this plant can be cloned by propagation of the roots - resulting in genetically identical offspring. Credit Mikko Immonen Usage Restrictions With Credit License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.