The point on the plant’s stem where leaves, branches, or flowers grow. Nodes play a critical role in determining the plant’s structure and are important for identifying the plant’s sex, monitoring growth patterns, and for techniques like topping or low-stress training (LST). Nodes are also where the flower sites form, making them key areas for flower production during the flowering stage.
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In the Wild — Example
Tight node spacing is a sign of healthy genetics and good environmental conditions.
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