Meristemipäätteet
Meristemipäätteet, or meristems, are undifferentiated plant tissues responsible for growth. These specialized areas consist of actively dividing cells that produce new shoots, roots, and leaves. Plant growth in length primarily occurs at the apical meristems, located at the tips of roots and shoots. These primary meristems are responsible for the plant's initial elongation.
Secondary growth, which leads to an increase in girth or diameter, is managed by lateral meristems. The
Meristems can be found throughout a plant's life cycle, ensuring continuous development and regeneration. Their presence