Wurzelscheitel
Wurzelscheitel is a term derived from German that translates literally to "root vertex" or "root apex". In the context of botany and plant morphology, it refers to the very tip of a plant's root. This region is crucial for root growth and development.
The wurzelscheitel is characterized by its actively dividing cells, forming the apical meristem. This meristem is
Behind the meristematic zone, cells differentiate into various tissues that make up the mature root, including