Each plant part has a different function Learning About Plants covers concepts that address National Science Education Standards Plants are living things. Living things are alike in many ways. There are many kinds of plants in many kinds of environments. The parts of a plant help it survive in its habitat. Each plant part has a different function Plants have roots.
Roots collect water.
Plants have stems. Stems carry water and nutrients. Plants have leaves. Leaves make food for the plant. Some plants have flowers.