Read this essay to learn about the anatomy of some monocotyledonous stems: 1. Maize 2. Wheat 3. Stem of an Aquatic Monocotyledon 4. Floral Axis of Canna (Scape) 5. Asparagus Stem. Essay # 1. Anatomy of Maize (Monocotyledonous Stem): Zea mays belongs to the family Poaceae and its stem in t.s. shows three tissue systems — epidermis, ground tissue and [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between dicotyledonous stem and monocotyledonous stem. Difference # Dicotyledonous Stem: 1. Internally it is differentiated into epidermis, cortex and stele. 2. Epidermis it bears hairs that are usually multicellular. 3. Cortex the peripheral layers, i.e. hypodermis are generally collenchymatous. 4. The rest of cortex bears nonvascular tissues. 5. The innermost layer [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Rhizome and Corn. Difference # Rhizome: 1. Rhizome is elongated or stumpy (i.e., thick and short). 2. Rhizome is rarely condensed. It is comparatively less specialized. 3. It is often branched. 4. Rhizome is generally horizontal or obliquely- placed. Vertical rhizomes are rare. 5. Roots are borne all along the [...]