noun
- plant tissue consisting of undifferentiated cells capable of dividing and developing into specialized tissues
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The apical meristem at the tip of the shoot produces new leaves and stems.
- Root growth occurs at the meristem located at the root tip.
- Meristem cells divide rapidly during the growing season.
- The cambium is a type of lateral meristem that increases stem thickness.
- Scientists study meristem activity to understand plant development.
- Damage to the meristem can severely affect plant growth.