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What is the sharp points on a stem or branch?

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What is sharp points on a plant's stem or branch?

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What is a sharp points on a plant and stem or branch?

Sharp points on a plant, stem, or branch are often referred to as thorns or spines. Thorns are modified branches that have evolved to deter herbivores and protect the plant from being eaten. These structures can vary in size and shape, serving as a defense mechanism to enhance the plant's survival. Examples of plants with thorns include roses and hawthorn trees.


What plants have no stem?

what is the plants have no stem


Is a branch a stem?

no it is not


Plants grown for stem in Alberta?

There are no plants in Alberta that are grown for "stem."


A shoot or secondary stem growing from the main stem?

Branch


Why is the terminal bud considered an active parts of the stem?

The terminal or apical bud is found at the end of a branch marking the end of that years growth. Growth the following year will obviously start from this point. It is different from a lateral bud which grows from the side of the branch.


What plants can you eat the stem?

Rubarb stem


What kind of stem tulsi have?

Tulsi plants have a square stem, which is a characteristic of plants in the mint family. This square shape helps to distinguish them from other types of plants.


What attaches the leaf to the plant?

The leaf is attached to the plant through the petiole, which is a thin stalk that connects the leaf blade to the stem. The petiole allows the leaf to receive water and nutrients from the plant, as well as to transport sugars produced through photosynthesis.


Why do certain plants have thorns while others don't?

Rose plants have prickles not thorns. Prickles are sharp pointed hairs that contain epidermal and subepidermal tissues. A thorn is a short, sharp modified stem. Roses use prickles to ward off predators which may help extend their life.