metaxylem
/mɛtəˈzʌɪləm/Botany
noun
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.
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