layer of cells within the root, between the vascular tissue and the cortex
Gr. endon: within + derma: skin] • In plants, a specialized cell layer marking the inside of the cortex in roots and some stems. Frequently a barrier to free diffusion of solutes.
a thin layer of small cells forming the innermost part of the cortex and surrounding the vascular tissues deeper in the root
Usually a single layer of root cells surrounding the stele.
en-do-DER-mis The innermost part of a root's cortex. 548
The innermost layer of the plant cortex which surrounds the stele in plants. It functions in controlling the transport of substances within the plant.
Layer of cells between the cortex and vascular cylinder in roots
A layer of cells surrounding the vascular cylinder of plants. PICTURE
Literally "inner skin", this is a layer of cells which surrounds the central core of vascular tissue, and which helps to regulate the flow of water and dissolved substances.
Endodermis is the bottom layer of skin.