Author: Serita Blankenship

The Plant Parts We Eat

Stems

A stem is the main body of the plant.

Seeds

A seed is a fertilized plant ovule.

Root

Roots connect the plant to the ground while storing water and food.

Flowers

A flower is the reproductive structure of plants with seeds.

Leaves

Usually green and flat, leaves are the main site of photosynthesis.

Fruit

A fruit is the fleshy part of the plant that contains the seeds.

celery

asparagus

soybeans in pod (edamame)

peas

corn on the cob

carrot

radish

potato

beet

cauliflower

broccoli

lettuce

spinach

cabbage

cucumber

watermelon

egg plant

pumpkin