In this article we will discuss about the anatomy of phylloclade stem. Phyitoclade is a modified stem which appears and functions like a leaf. Ruscus (Family - Liliaceae): T.S. appears flat, leaf like and reveals following tissues: Epidermis: 1. A single, epidermal layer is Present on upper as well as lower surfaces representing upper epidermis and lower epidermis. 2. A [...]
In this article we will discuss about the anatomy of Zea mays and Triticum monocot leaves. 1. Anatomy of Zea mays – Leaf (Family – Graminae): T. S. reveals the following structures: Epidermis: 1. A single layer is present on the upper as well as lower surfaces of the leaf. 2. Both the epidermal layers, i.e., upper as well as [...]
In this article we will discuss about the anatomy of different normal dicot stems: 1. Helianthus Annuus – Stem 2. Xanthium – Stem 3. Luffa – Stem. 1. Anatomy of Helianthus Annuus – Stem (Family-Compositae): T.S. shows the following details: It is circular in outline and remains differentiated into epidermis, cortex, vascular bundles and pith. Epidermis: 1. It is the [...]