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Stolon, offset and rhizome are different forms of stem modifications. How can these modified forms of stem be distinguished from each other?

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Offset

Stolon

Rhizome  

It is a lateral branch that has short internodes. Each node bears a tuft of roots and a rosette of leaves which are often found in aquatic plants.

This form of the stem is a creeper. Which is in the form of thicker internodes and a long-distance runner with horizontal branches arising from the internodes,

It is an underground stem which grows parallel to the surface of the soil.                                                                                                           

E.g.: - Eichhornia and Pistia

 E.g.: - Strawberry E.g.: - Ginger and Turmeric.     

 

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