Plants
Modifications of primary leaves, stems, and roots occur in many higher plants.
Examples:
| Primary organs | Defensive structures | Storage structures |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves | Spines | swollen leaves as in succulents |
| Stems | Thorns | tubers such as the potato, rhizomes such as ginger, and the fleshy stems of cacti. |
| Roots | - | carrot, and root tubers such as sweet potatoes |
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