Stolon

Real World Example

Imagine you're trying to spread a blanket evenly across a large lawn for a picnic, but the wind keeps lifting its edges. This is similar to how a stolon works, as it spreads horizontally across the ground, anchoring itself by putting down roots whenever it contacts the soil, much like you'd place rocks or other weights on the blanket to keep it secure. Just as the blanket stabilizes and expands its coverage with each weight added, a stolon extends its reach by rooting at intervals, ensuring stability and growth across the ground.