The 'Endarch' condition of xylem, where protoxylem lies towards the pith and metaxylem towards the periphery, is characteristic of:
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: All stems
In stems, the development of primary xylem is centrifugal. This results in an endarch arrangement where the oldest xylem (protoxylem) is located near the center of the stem.
Keep practicing
More Xylem questions
- Which thickening pattern of the xylem cell wall provides the least amount of secondary wall coverage?
- The 'Exarch' arrangement of xylem, where protoxylem is directed towards the periphery, is a diagnostic feature of:
- What is the primary function of xylem fibers?
- Which of the following is an angiosperm family known for lacking vessels in its xylem?
- Bordered pits are most commonly and prominently found in the tracheids of:
- The secondary xylem produced by the vascular cambium is botanically known as: