Adventitious Root and Shoot Development During Asexual Propagation

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the adventitious root and shoot development during asexual propagation, focusing on definitions and terms important for understanding plant propagation techniques.

Adventitious Root

Roots that develop from non-root tissues, such as stems or leaves.

Cutting Propagation

A method of asexual reproduction where a piece of a plant is cut and rooted to create a new plant.

Wound-Induced Root Formation

Root formation that occurs in response to injury, where new roots develop 'de novo'.

Dedifferentiation

The process where differentiated cells regain the ability to divide and form new tissues, such as roots or buds.

Vascular Bundles

Structures in plants that contain xylem and phloem, responsible for transportation of water, nutrients, and food.

Preformed Root Initials

Roots that are naturally present and dormant on the stem before a cut is made.

Root Primordia

An early stage in root development where the initial cells form organized root structures.

Necrotic Plate

A sealing structure that forms at the site of injury in a plant, aiding in wound healing.

Adventitious Buds

Buds that form in unusual locations on a plant, such as from adventitious roots or shoots.

Chimera

A plant that has genetically different tissues due to mutation, which may affect propagation methods.