Question

What are the main functions of meristematic tissues ?

Answer 1

Meristematic tissues

1. A group of cells carries out the process of cell division.
2. These tissues have constantly dividing living cells.

Functions

1. Meristematic tissue increases the number of cells and helps the plant in growth and maintenance.
2. The cells of meristematic tissue divide, develop, and mature to form tissue in all other tissues of the plant.
3. The meristematic tissues are involved in the process of growth by developing new cells by the process of cell division.
4. The meristematic tissues help plants to produce new leaves, stems, roots, flowers, fruits, etc.
5. The meristematic tissues also help the plant replace the worn-out and injured cells.
6. The intercalary meristems give support and help the plant shoot to grow upright.