new genetically identical plants can be made easily by taking what from the parent plant?

New genetically identical plants can be made easily by taking cuttings (a vegetative part such as stem, root, or leaf) from the parent plant.

Quick Scoop: What this means

• The process is called vegetative propagation.

• A piece of the parent plant (often a stem cutting with at least one node) is planted in suitable conditions so it grows roots and becomes a new plant.

• Because it comes from the parent’s vegetative tissue rather than from seeds, the new plant is a genetic clone of the parent.

Mini example

A gardener may snip a short piece of a favorite rose stem, treat it and plant it; when it roots and grows, that new rose bush will be genetically identical to the original plant.

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