What is another word for apical meristem?
Pronunciation: [ˈapɪkə͡l mˈɛɹɪstəm] (IPA) 
An apical meristem is a region of actively dividing cells found in the growing tips of roots and shoots in plants. Synonyms for apical meristem include growing points, shoot tips, root tips, and meristematic tissue. The apical meristem is responsible for the growth and development of plants, giving rise to new leaves, stems, and roots. Other synonyms for this critical tissue include the growth zone, the primary meristem, the apical dome, and the terminal bud. In fact, some plant biologists refer to the apical meristem as the "brain" of the plant because it coordinates and directs growth and development throughout the plant.
