herbaceous plant

A herbaceous plant is one that doesn't have a hard, woody stem that stays alive year after year—instead, its above-ground parts are soft and often die back seasonally or at the end of the growing season. These plants, which include many common flowers, grasses, and vegetables, make up a significant portion of Earth's plant diversity and are important sources of food and materials for humans and wildlife.

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