Primary meristem

The dividing tissue that originates in the embryonic stage of the plant is called primary meristem. It arises from early dividing tissue. This tissue is capable of dividing forever. It is located at the tip of the root, stem and branch, in the middle and at the periphery of the stem. It never becomes permanent tissue. It increases the length of the plant. Eg- fascicular cambium.

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