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Where do intercalary meristems occur in grasses?
AAt the root tip
BAt the base of nodes
CBeneath the bark
DInside the pith
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. At the base of nodes
Intercalary meristems at node and leaf blade bases let grasses regrow fast after grazing or damage.
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