lenticel

plant anatomy

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A lenticel is a loose aggregation of cells that penetrates the surface of woody plants, such as stems. These structures allow for the exchange of gases between the atmosphere and the underlying tissues of the plant. Lenticels are essentially pores that facilitate respiration in woody stems and roots. The term "lenticellate" describes something that has or produces lenticels. This is distinct from stomata, which are microscopic openings found on leaves and young stems that also regulate gas exchange but are surrounded by specialized guard cells.123

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Characteristic morphological features
They have small openings called lenticels in their bark so that air can reach the rest of the plant’s root system. Another feature of most mangroves is aerial prop roots, which form a tangled jungle, even after the main roots and stem bases of the trees have decayed.
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They have small openings called lenticels in their bark so that air can reach the rest of the plant’s root system. Another feature of most mangroves is aerial prop roots, which form a tangled jungle, even after the main roots and stem bases of the trees have decayed.
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Tree bark
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