Plant meristem cells are totipotent hence these can develop into an entire plant. Development of different plant organs depends on morphogenesis of that plant.
Ground meristem is responsible for producing the ground tissues of a plant, such as parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma. These tissues provide structural support, storage of nutrients, and contribute to photosynthesis. Ground meristem also gives rise to the cortex and pith in stems and roots.
Lateral meristem consisting of actively dividing vascular cambium
The growing tip, the "apical meristem".
Meristem cells can differentiate into various types of plant cells depending on their location and function. They can develop into cells that form new roots, shoots, leaves, flowers, or other plant structures.
Plant meristem cells are totipotent hence these can develop into an entire plant. Development of different plant organs depends on morphogenesis of that plant.
Ground meristem is responsible for producing the ground tissues of a plant, such as parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma. These tissues provide structural support, storage of nutrients, and contribute to photosynthesis. Ground meristem also gives rise to the cortex and pith in stems and roots.
meristem
Lateral meristem consisting of actively dividing vascular cambium
Often found in the tip of plant root
The growing tip, the "apical meristem".
Meristem cells can differentiate into various types of plant cells depending on their location and function. They can develop into cells that form new roots, shoots, leaves, flowers, or other plant structures.
Apical meristem is found at the tip of the root and shoot and is made of cells that divide at a rapid pace. The apical meristem helps the plant to grow up above the soil and down into the ground. This growth is called primary growth.
The meristematic region in the stem tip is referred to as the shoot apical meristem. Leaf primordia develop from the lateral flanks of the shoot apical meristem. They curve up during growth and the older larger primordia serve a protective function.
If the apical meristem is damaged or cut, it may result in a loss of apical dominance, leading to the activation of lateral buds and the development of multiple stems. This can cause changes in the plant's growth pattern and structure.
cork cambium, apical meristem, and vascular cambium.
A stem apex refers to the tip of a plant's stem where the newest growth occurs. It is responsible for the plant's upward growth and the production of new leaves and flowers. The stem apex contains meristematic tissue that allows for continuous growth.