merismatic

Adjective

(not comparable)

(biology) Dividing into cells or segments.
merismatic growth, where one cell divides into many

Origin

Ancient Greek

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By the multiplication of the protoplasts in these merismatic areas the substance of the plant is increased.
In other words, as these growing regions consist of cells, the growth of the entire organ or plant will depend upon the behaviour of the cells or protoplasts of which the merismatic tissues are composed.

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