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Meaning of metaxylem in English:

metaxylem

Pronunciation /mɛtəˈzʌɪləm/

noun

Botany

  • The later-formed part of the primary xylem, maturing after elongation of the plant tissue is complete and distinguished by the presence of pitted tracheary elements.

Origin

Late 19th century. From meta- + xylem, after French métaxylème.