Let us make an in-depth study of Secondary growth in Dicotyledonous Stems. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Introduction to Secondary Growth 2. Secondary Growth in Various Parts of Dicotyledonous Stems. Introduction to Secondary Growth: The primary body of the plant is developed from the apical meristem. Sometimes as in monocotyledons and pteridophytes, the primary plant body [...]
The following points highlight the two types of branching of stems. The types are: 1. Racemose Type 2. Cymose Type. Branching of Stem: Type # 1. Racemose Type: In this type of branching the growth of the main stem is indefinite, i.e., it continues to grow indefinitely by its terminal bud and gives off branches in acropetal succession. Here the [...]
Let us learn about Diversity in Modifications of Stems. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Categories of Modification of Stems 2. Functions of Stems. Categories of Modifications of Stems: 1. Underground Modifications of Stems: Some stems develop underground in the soil for the purpose of perennation, vegetative propagation and storage of food. These modifications of stems can [...]