Arrangements of Primary Tissues in Roots | Plants

In this article we will discuss about the arrangements of primary tissues in roots. A cross-section of root reveals the epidermis, cortex and vascular cylinder. Epidermis: Epidermis of root is also referred to as epiblema or rhizodermis as it differs from that of shoot in origin, structure and function. Epidermal cells are compactly set, elongated, and thin-walled with thin cuticle [...]