The question asks to identify the type of meristem found near the nodes of certain plants.

Meristem Location Near Nodes

Meristems are plant tissues responsible for growth. Different types are found in specific locations:

• Apical Meristems: Located at the tips of roots and shoots, responsible for primary growth (increase in length).
• Lateral Meristems: Found parallel to the sides of stems and roots (like vascular cambium and cork cambium), responsible for secondary growth (increase in girth).
• Intercalary Meristems: These are found at the nodes (points where leaves attach) or at the base of leaf blades/petioles. They contribute to the elongation of internodes (sections between nodes) and leaf growth. This type is common in monocots like grasses.
• Root Meristem: This is generally the apical meristem of the root system.

Based on these definitions, the meristem located near the nodes is the Intercalary meristem.

Correct Answer Identification

The meristem specifically described as being located near nodes in some plants is the intercalary meristem.

Therefore, the correct option is:

D. Intercalary meristem