Xylem differentiation is facilitated by
S.No. |
Plant growth hormone | Function |
1. | Auxin | Promotes xylem differentiation i.e. cambium cells (meristematic cells) give rise to differentiated xylem cells like tracheids, xylem parenchyma. |
2. | Gibberellin | Overcomes dwarfism in genetically dwarf plants. |
3. | Cytokinin | Helps in the production of leaves, chloroplast in leaves, lateral shoot growth and adventitious shoot formation. |
4. | Ethylene | Stimulates fruit ripening. |