the xylem and the phloem are in the stem. it's the plants food supply system basically. it's how nutrients and sugars are moved around.

tape won't keep an infection out, although it might help a bit. as long as it's supported well, and the stem is together it should heal up fine, barring any unforeseen circumstances.


-shake
headshake Reviewed by headshake on . snapped stem hello! 3 days ago while checking on one of my females i noticed the stem was snapped about half way down and one of the tops was chewed off (stupid bambi) i took care of the deer problem, and i stuck a stick in the ground and used some kite string to tie the stem to the stick a little above and below the break..i came back today and all the growth below the break looks healthy but above it the leaves look a little droopy..not much just a little... how long does it take to recover and is what i Rating: 5