periblem

Definitions


[], (Noun)

Definitions:
- The intermediate layer of an apical meristem, which develops into the cortical tissue.


Phrases:

Origin:
late 19th century; earliest use found in Quarterly Journal of Microscopical Science. From German Periblem from ancient Greek περίβλημα anything thrown or put round, as a garment, or a fortification from περι- + βλῆμα throw, after περιβάλλειν to throw round, put on (as a covering)




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