Term:
Cortical bundle
Cortical bundle
Definition:
Referring to a a vascular bundle that penetrates the cortex of the stems of plants.
Referring to a a vascular bundle that penetrates the cortex of the stems of plants.
Glossary Details:
Title: Cross-section of a stem of a species of Gustavia. Photo by 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.