The tissue responsible for the growth in plants is____.
dermal tissue
vascular tissue
meristematic tissue
ground tissue
meristematic tissue
Meristematic tissues have the capacity for continuous division. Plants can grow throughout their life due to the presence of these cells. Meristematic tissues are composed of actively dividing cells and are found in the growing regions of the plant. According to their position in the plant, meristems are grouped as apical, lateral, and intercalary.
Apical meristems: These are situated at the growing tips of stems and roots.
Lateral meristems: These are found beneath the bark and in vascular bundles of dicot roots and stems.
Intercalary meristems: They are located at the base of leaves or internodes.