Stem
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="stem"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
The main structural axis of a plant that supports leaves, flowers, and fruits. Stems may be herbaceous (soft) or woody (trees), and can be modified into rhizomes, tubers, or runners.
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