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three types
I think the best way to go about remembering these 3 types are by breaking down the name itself. Apical derives from apex, which can refer to the farthest edge or tip of something (roots and stem tips). Lateral is a direction of movement, usually side to side (increased thickness). Intercalary refers to being inserted between other parts, areas/places, or things, in this case between leaf blades and nodes. Hope this helps.
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Meristematic tissue cells
Would it be safe to think of this as a plant version of stem cells since they are undifferentiated?
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cycads.
A very interesting and ancient group of plants.
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Their seeds are not enclosed by a fleshy fruit
I've also heard of gymnosperms being refered to as "naked seeded" plants since their seeds are open to air.
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leaflets
A leaflet is a component of a compound leaf resembling an individual leaf. Each of the leaflets and the central midrib pictured actually comprise one leaf of the locust tree.
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