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Node

/NOHD/
πŸ”¬ Anatomy● Basic

A location on a stem where one or more leaves are attached, and where buds form. Nodes are critical points for plant growth and propagation β€” many plants root readily from stem cuttings taken at nodes.

Etymology

From Latin nodus, meaning "knot."

Example

β€œWhen taking stem cuttings, always cut just below a node where new roots will emerge.”

Related Terms

Node β€” Botanical Definition | Plant Reference | Plant Reference