The primary functions of the stem are to support the leaves; to conduct water and minerals to the leaves, where they can be converted into usable products by photosynthesis; and to transport these products from the leaves to other parts of the plant, including the roots.
What are the 4 functions of a stem?
- Support for and the elevation of leaves, flowers and fruits. …
- Transport of fluids between the roots and the shoots in the xylem and phloem(see below)
- Storage of nutrients.
- Production of new living tissue.
