Floral Meristems

Abstract

Abstract Meristems refer to a group of undifferentiated dividing cells that are responsible for the formation of plant organs. Floral meristems are a group of dividing cells that give rise to flowers. The formation of a floral meristem and its subsequent fate are under both environmental and molecular control. Several exogenous environmental factors and a complex network of genes control this process. Key Concepts Meristems refer to a group of undifferentiated dividing cells that form diverse plant organs. Shoot and root apical meristems give raise to above‐ground and below‐ground plant organs. Shoot apical meristem produces leaves at its flanks in the vegetative state and flowers in the reproductive state. Floral meristems are a group of dividing cells that give rise to flowers. The formation of a floral meristem and its subsequent fate are under both environmental and molecular control. Several exogenous environmental factors and a complex network of genes control this process.