on a/the stem
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Used to indicate location on the stalk of a plant.
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- There are several leaves on each stem.
- A single rose bloomed beautifully on a thorny stem.
- We observed a tiny new bud forming on the main stem of the plant.
- The instructions said to cut the flower on its stem just above a leaf node.
- Dew drops glistened on the delicate stem in the morning light.
- She carefully removed the withered leaves that clung on the lower stem.
- Could you please point out the fruit that is growing on that particular stem?
- The thick, woody bark protected the plant on its sturdy stem.
- Be careful not to break the fragile flower on its slender stem.
- Many small insects were crawling on the stem of the sunflower, seeking nectar.