How Do Vascular Tissues Contribute to Cacti Survival?
Vascular tissues, including xylem and phloem, are crucial for the transport of water, nutrients, and sugars within the plant. In cacti, the xylem is often reinforced with lignin to provide extra support and prevent collapse under water stress conditions. The phloem is responsible for transporting the products of photosynthesis from the stem to other parts of the plant.
