Plant Structure Flashcards
Anchor Root
Modified root
-anchors stems to walls and other plants
Prop roots
modified root
-stabilizes stem
pneumatophore
modified root
-allows gas exchange between roots and atmosphere
storage root
modified root
-stores carbs and other nutrients in taproot for future use
-sugar beets
water-storage structures
modified stem
-cactus stems
stolon
modified stem
-produces new individual nodes above ground
-strawberries
rhizomes
modified stem
-produce new individuals at nodes below ground and store carbs
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tuber
mod stem
-store carbs like starch
-potatoes
thorns
mod stem
-protection from herbivores
bulb
mod leaf
-onion leaves store food
Succulent leaves
mod leaf
-aloe vera leaves store water
Tendrils
mod leaf
-aid in climbing
-pea plant
floral mimic
mod leaf
-attract pollinators
-red poinsettias
traps
mod leaf
-trap and digest insects
-pitcher plant