secondary vascular tissue
plant anatomy
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Secondary vascular tissue in plants, specifically xylem and phloem, develops from a lateral meristem called the vascular cambium. This growth increases the diameter of stems and roots, contributing significantly to the plant body's bulk. Secondary xylem transports water and minerals from the roots, while secondary phloem conducts food from the leaves throughout the plant. This tissue is crucial for providing support and enabling the plant's continued growth in thickness.12345
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