The presence of intercalary meristems allows grasses to regrow quickly after being grazed or cut, as they contribute to the elongation of stems and leaves from points other than the tips.
In grasses, intercalary meristem is usually located at
Asked in UPSC CDS 1 2023 · Topic: Plant Physiology (Plant Growth Regulators (Phytohormones): Auxins, Gibberellins, Cytokinins, Abscisic acid, Ethylene – their biosynthesis, transport, physiological effects, and mechanisms of action.)
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