lateral meristem
noun
Definition of lateral meristem
: a meristem (as the cambium and cork cambium) that is arranged parallel to the sides of an organ and that is responsible for increase in diameter of the organ — compare apical meristem intercalary meristem
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First Known Use of lateral meristem
1905
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