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Before attempting to regrow kitchen scraps, it is crucial to understand some foundational principles of plant morphology—the study of the physical parts of plants. Many viral regrow hack videos present unrealistic expectations, often exaggerating results through dubious time-lapse footage. To set realistic goals for your kitchen scraps, knowledge of how different plants grow is essential.
Focusing on Vegetative vs. Reproductive Parts
Plants can be classified into vegetative parts, which include leaves, stems, and roots, and reproductive parts, such as flowers and seeds. Generally, vegetative parts grow more quickly and abundantly compared to fruits. Thankfully, many kitchen scraps consist of these vegetative parts, which can be successfully regrown.