An apical meristem is a meristem located at the end of a shoot or a root. They help the shoot or the root grow larger. Apical meristems cause primary growth. They also make other kinds of meristems that make primary tissues for the plant. They are important for plant growth and stability, they also help get good nutrients by helping roots grow to reach areas with more water or nutrients. I took a picture of roots because that is where most apical meristems are found.
Apical meristems. (2011).Retrieved from http://www.thefreedictionary.com/apical+meristem
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