what does meristem culture
meristem culture. (shoot-tip culture) The culture of excised meristems on suitable nutrient media under aseptic conditions. The stem apex is usually used though axillary meristems may also be taken.Often gibberellic acid must be added to the medium to promote normal growth into a plantlet.shoot-tip culture) The culture of excised meristems on suitable nutrient media under aseptic conditions. The stem apex is usually used though axillary meristems may also be taken. Often gibberellic acid must be added to the medium to promote normal growth into a plantlet.