Question

the function of periderm is _.

Answer 1

the peridermis replaces the epidermis and acts as a protective covering like the epidermis.mature phellem cells have suberin in thier walls to protect the stem from desiccation and pathogen attack.olden phellem cells are dead, as is the case with woody stems.hope u understood.

Answer 2

Periderm. A group of tissues which replaces the epidermis in the plant body. ...

Although periderm may develop in leaves and fruits, its main function is to protect stems and roots. The fundamental tissues which compose the periderm are the phellogen, phelloderm, and phellem.