New growth that increases stem length on a plant arises mainly from

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Apical meristems are the primary site of cell division in a plant and they are responsible for the growth of the plant in length. The apical meristem is located at the tip of the stem and branches, and new growth arises from this region. The vascular cambium is responsible for growth in girth, rather than length. The base of the stem and tips of leaves are not primary sites for growth in length.

New Growth That Increases Stem Length on a Plant Arises