Which of the following is a species of American cotton?

A. Gossypium arboreum

B. Gossypium hirusutam

C. Gossypium herbaceum

D. Gossypium barbadense

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Gossypium hirsutum is also known as upland cotton or American cotton.
The United States, the world's largest exporter of cotton, constitutes nearly 95% of all cotton production.
It is native to America which is why also called American or Mexican cotton.