plant tissue systems

Tissues that form the outer surfaces of plant parts Include epidermal and peridemal tissues

Covers surface of roots, stems, leaves

In roots have root hairs absorb more water and materials

In leaves produce cuticle - a wax that waterproofs the leafs surface

For transportation of water, minerals and nutrients

Dead, hollow cells Transport water and minerals from roots to leaves

Alive at maturity Transports sugars made by PS

Filler between dermal and vascular tissue

In green plants