Question

What is lateral meristem?

Answer 1

The meristem seen towards the lateral sides of the organ is known as the lateral meristem. They are seen along the sides of the stem and root. The vascular cambium and cork cambium are examples of lateral meristem. The lateral meristem helps in the growth in thickness of the plant body.

Answer 2

lateral meristem is one of the type of meristem involving in the growth of a plant. it grows from the lateral(sides) edges of the plant. it helps the plant growing in width