Meristematic tissues Meristematic tissues are responsible for plant development and growth. These tissues are located in the embryonic and early postnatal p...
Meristematic tissues
Meristematic tissues are responsible for plant development and growth. These tissues are located in the embryonic and early postnatal plant body and continue to function during the plant's lifetime. Meristematic tissues produce new cells that are responsible for the growth and development of new plant structures, such as roots, stems, leaves, and flowers.
Permanent tissues
Permanent tissues are responsible for maintaining the structure and function of the plant body. These tissues are formed after the embryonic phase of plant development and continue to function throughout the plant's life. Permanent tissues include xylem vessels, phloem vessels, parenchyma, and support tissues.
Differences between meristematic and permanent tissues
Meristematic tissues are involved in the early stages of plant development, while permanent tissues maintain the structure of the plant.
Meristematic tissues produce new cells that are responsible for growth, while permanent tissues maintain the existing structure of the plant.
Meristematic tissues are typically found in the embryonic and early postnatal plant body, while permanent tissues are found in the mature plant body