plural of meristem

(botany) The plant tissue composed of totipotent cells that allows plant growth.

Of or pertaining to the meristem

plural of intercalary meristem

plural of lateral meristem

(botany) Meristem forming a cylinder within some plants' organs (primarily stems, branches and roots) and allowing them to increase in girth (lateral growth).

(botany) A meristem found as a "slice" within an organ and allowing lengthening in a middle position.