A Python script written for a Maya tool that allows the user to animate the growth of smaller sub-meshes on a larger base mesh. Through the interface, one can select how to spread the sub-meshes on the selected surface, as well as different types of animations, some of which can be configured freely through the use of a Control Object created by the script.
You can find out more about the usage of this tool as well as get the necessary files to run it here: https://github.com/Wantcha/MayaGradualGrowth