Biology XI:6 Anatomy of Flowering Plants(1 The Meristematic Tissues

The Meristematic Tissues A tissue is a group of cells having a common origin and performing the same function. On the basis of their ability to divide, plant tissues can be divided into meristematic tissue permanent tissue Meristematic Tissue Meristems - specialized region of cell division where growth is restricted Primary meristem = Apical meristem + Intercalary meristem Axillary bud − These are buds constituted by some apical meristems left behind during the elongation of stems and leaves. These buds are capable of forming branches and flowers. In course of formation of primary plant body, specific regions of apical meristem produce dermal, ground, and vascular tissues. Following division in both primary and secondary meristems, the new cells so formed lose the capacity to divide and become permanent tissues.