Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cambium
Noun
/ˈkæm.bi.əm/
Definition
A layer of tissue in plants located between the xylem and phloem that is responsible for secondary growth.
Examples
- The cambium layer is crucial for the growth of woody plants.
- Damage to the cambium can prevent a tree from growing properly.
- During spring, the cambium becomes very active, producing new cells.
Meaning
Cambium refers to a layer of cells in plants that facilitates the growth in thickness, allowing trees and shrubs to expand their diameter as they mature.
Synonyms
- Meristem
- Growth layer
- Growth tissue
