Question

Describe modifications of stem with suitable examples.

Answer 1

stem of various plants have undergone modification to perform different functions the tips of the underground stem in potato plants

Answer 2

The plant stems are modified in such a way so that certain functions can be followed up by the certain plant.

These modifications are of a different type such as:

• Storage stems – tubers, corms

• Supportive stems  - tendrils

• Protective stems – thorns

• Photosynthetic stems – opuntia

There are various other stem modification such as grasses.