Cortical bundle
Cross-section of a stem of a species of Gustavia. Photo by S. A. Mori.
Creator(s): S. A. Mori
Description: Cross-section of a stem of a species of Gustavia based on Ortiz 5, from the Chocó Department of Colombia. The stems of neotropical Lecythidaceae are characterized by cortical bundles, a feature found in relatively few neotropical tree families.
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Title
Cortical bundle
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Definition
Referring to a a vascular bundle that penetrates the cortex of the stems of plants.
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