HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -Intercalary meristem is a type of meristematic tissue, such as that found at the base of nodes and leaf blades of monocots .

Detailed explanation-2: -Intercalary meristem is located in between the regions of permanent tissues, usually at the base fo node, base of internode or at the base of the leaf.

Detailed explanation-3: -Intercalary meristem is a type of primary meristematic tissue containing cells that can divide and promote the growth of the plant. They are located at the base of internodes. The function of the intercalary meristem is to promote the lengthening of the stem and increase the height of the plant.

Detailed explanation-4: -So, the correct answer is ‘Petiole and internodes’

Detailed explanation-5: -Intercalary Meristems. Intercalary means between the Stem Segments. Nodes define stem segments and come between them. Thus Intercalary growth involves a meristem located at a Node & has the following features. The Shoot Apical meristem divides and produces derivatives.