Stems modified into flat green organs performing the functions of leaves are known as
phylloclades
scales
cladodes
phyllodes.
Phylloclade is a modification of
In gourds, axillary buds develop spirally coiled structures called
Thorns differ from prickles in having
Stems of potato, ginger and turmeric are modified to
In Opuntia the stem is modified into a flattened green structure to perform the function of leaves (i.e., photosynthesis). Cite some other examples of modifications of plant parts for the purpose of photosynthesis.