Paksuuskasvu
Paksuuskasvu refers to the secondary growth in plants, a process that increases the diameter of stems and roots. This growth is primarily responsible for the formation of wood and bark in woody plants like trees and shrubs. Unlike primary growth, which elongates the plant, secondary growth adds girth.
The main tissues responsible for paksuuskasvu are the vascular cambium and the cork cambium (also known as
Paksuuskasvu is a defining characteristic of woody perennials, allowing them to grow large and strong, supporting