FAQ About Indoor Plant Self-Healing Mechanisms

Indoor plants have several mechanisms to heal themselves after experiencing damage. Primarily, they rely on meristematic tissue, which contains undifferentiated cells that can grow and differentiate to replace lost or damaged cells. When a plant part is damaged, such as a leaf, stem, or root, these cells divide and differentiate to repair the tissue. Additionally, plants may also seal off damaged areas to prevent infection or further injury, often by producing protective compounds or forming callus tissue.