phelloderm (Meaning)
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phelloderm (n.)
A layer of green parenchimatous cells formed on the inner side of the phellogen.
Synonyms & Antonyms of phelloderm
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phelloderm Sentence Examples
- Phelloderm, the innermost layer of the periderm, is a thin band of parenchymatous cells.
- Phelloderm is primarily involved in storage and transport of water and nutrients.
- In some plants, phelloderm contains crystals or tannins, providing protection against herbivores.
- The cells of phelloderm are typically thin-walled and can contain lignin or suberin for added strength.
- Phelloderm plays a role in secondary growth and can contribute to wound healing in plants.
- The phelloderm of cork oak (Quercus suber) is particularly thick and is the source of commercial cork.
- Phelloderm development is influenced by environmental factors such as temperature and moisture.
- In some species, phelloderm cells can differentiate into sclereids, providing mechanical support to the periderm.
- The phelloderm of some plants contains parenchyma cells with chloroplasts, contributing to photosynthesis.
- Phelloderm is a dynamic tissue that can adapt to different environmental conditions, ensuring the survival and growth of plants.
FAQs About the word phelloderm
A layer of green parenchimatous cells formed on the inner side of the phellogen.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Phelloderm, the innermost layer of the periderm, is a thin band of parenchymatous cells.
Phelloderm is primarily involved in storage and transport of water and nutrients.
In some plants, phelloderm contains crystals or tannins, providing protection against herbivores.
The cells of phelloderm are typically thin-walled and can contain lignin or suberin for added strength.
