Flower Stem. Plant stems perform a wide range of functions that have enabled various plant species to survive in different habitats. It may develop into a leaf flower or both.
And to transport these products from the leaves to other parts of the plant including the roots. A bud is an embryonic stem which has the potential for further plant growth. Such buds are called leaf buds flower buds and mixed buds respectively.
Adventitious roots may also be produced from the nodes.
Their principal function is to act as the primary site of photosynthesis in the plant. The primary functions of the stem are to support the leaves. The internodes distance one. To conduct water and minerals to the leaves where they can be converted into usable products by photosynthesis.