Vegetative reproduction is a form of asexual reproduction in plants where new individuals are produced from the vegetative parts, such as stems, roots, or leaves. This process allows plants to propagate without the need for seeds or fertilization, enabling them to quickly spread in their environment. Common examples include strawberries, which produce runners, and potatoes, which can grow new plants from their tubers. This method of reproduction is advantageous because it allows for rapid population growth and the maintenance of genetic uniformity. Since the offspring are clones of the parent plant, they inherit the same traits, which can be beneficial in stable environments.