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Phyllotaxy is the arrangement of leaves on a plant stem. It affects light capture, photosynthesis efficiency, and overall plant health.
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Node: A point on the stem where leaves or branches originate.
Photosynthesis: The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize nutrients from carbon dioxide and water.
Leaf Blade: The broad, flat part of a leaf where most photosynthesis occurs.