During sprouting, seedlings rapidly elongate their stems to break through the covering soil to capture sunlight as fast as possible. Normally, the stem slows down its growth after exposure to ...

New stems, new leaves, new roots and new flowers all originate from small clusters of stem cells in growth regions called apical meristems.

Computer model uncovers plant thickness growth mechanisms Most research on plant stem cells focuses on the tips of roots and shoots, where growth occurs in height.

New research on plant stem cells shines light on how plants grow stronger Just like in the medical world, plant stem cells could support human growth and development when used to improve the food ...

Rice stems lengthen when a newly identified gene activates during flooding. Another gene suppresses lengthening in shorter varieties. The insight could help plant breeders.

Undifferentiated stem cells are located in the meristems — the apex or tips of plant shoots and roots. These serve as a bank of undetermined cells that support plant growth and give rise to different ...

The gene-regulating molecule HAN is an important regulator for plant growth. We were able to show that HAN transmits the WOX5 signal and ensures that the CDF4 gene remains inactive in stem cells.

MOST farmers use expensive and possibly harmful chemical fertilizers to grow their crops. A more efficient and cheaper ...

If you find ash particles on your plants, don't panic. Smoke exposure can impact plants but the damage does not have to be ...