A Meristem is defined as an area of plant tissue that contains actively dividing cells that form new tissue. The top of this onion is a great example of a Meristem because it does exactly that, it's cells divide actively to form new tissue. You find a Meristem at the tips and roots of most plants. The Meristem cells give way to all of the organs found inside a plant including the leaves, flowers, and 'branches'.
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