Question

Is intercalary meristem a primary or secondary meristem?

Answer 1

Meristem:

1. Meristem is a type of plant tissue made up of tiny cells that can divide endlessly and give rise to similar cells or cells that develop into definitive tissues and organs.
2. Meristems are further classified as primary meristems and secondary meristems.
3. A primary meristem is a form of meristematic tissue that controls the growth of plants in terms of length.
4. Secondary meristems are responsible for the increase in stem girth and thickness.

Intercalary meristem:

1. Meristematic tissue located at the base of nodes and leaf blades of monocots is known as intercalary meristem.
2. An intercalary meristem is a form of meristematic tissue that is linked to lengthening in the middle section.
3. Both the apical and intercalary meristems are referred to as "primary" meristems since they develop early in a plant's life and contribute to the building of the main plant body.