Definitions
- Describing a horizontal stem that grows above or below the ground. - Referring to a runner or creeping stem that produces new plants at its nodes. - Talking about a stem that grows parallel to the ground and can root at various points along its length.
- Referring to a new growth on a plant that emerges from the stem, branch, or root. - Describing a young plant that has recently emerged from the soil. - Talking about a sprout or bud that develops into a new stem or branch.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to new growth on a plant.
- 2Both can develop into new stems or branches.
- 3Both are part of the process of plant propagation.
- 4Both can be used for vegetative reproduction.
- 5Both can be found on various types of plants.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Stolons grow horizontally along the ground while shoots grow vertically from the stem, branch, or root.
- 2Function: Stolons produce new plants at their nodes while shoots develop into new stems or branches.
- 3Appearance: Stolons are thin and elongated while shoots can be thicker and more robust.
- 4Propagation: Stolons are used for vegetative reproduction while shoots can also develop from seeds.
- 5Usage: Stolons are more commonly used in reference to grasses and strawberries while shoots can be used for a wider variety of plants.
Remember this!
Stolon and shoot both refer to new growth on a plant, but they differ in location, function, appearance, propagation, and usage. Stolons grow horizontally along the ground and produce new plants at their nodes, while shoots grow vertically from the stem, branch, or root and develop into new stems or branches. Stolons are used for vegetative reproduction and are more commonly associated with grasses and strawberries, while shoots can also develop from seeds and can be used for a wider variety of plants.
